American Dream
“The award-winning film of American lives, American courage, and the...”
Synopsis
When workers at the Hormel meatpacking plant in Austin, Minnesota are asked to take a substantial pay cut in a highly profitable year, the local labor union decides to go on strike and fight for a wage they believe is fair. But as the work stoppage drags on and the strikers face losing everything, friends become enemies, families are divided and the very future of this typical mid American town is threatened.
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American Dream (1990 trailer) - Barbara Kopple documentary
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-13
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 21, 2009
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$270K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barbara Kopple
- Original Score
- Michael Small
- Original Title
- American Dream
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Worldwide Gross
- $270K
- Production Studios
- Cabin Creek Films, Catholic Communication Campaign, Channel 4 Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barbara Kopple
Michael Small
Kevin Keating, Hart Perry, Peter Gilbert, Mark Petersson, Mathieu Roberts, Newton Thomas Sigel
Cathy Caplan, Lawrence Silk, Thomas Haneke
Barbara Kopple, Arthur Cohn
Department Leadership Roster
Barbara Kopple
Director
Mark Stuart Lane
Production Design
Barbara Kopple
Producer
Arthur Cohn
Producer
Michael Small
Original Music Composer
Kevin Keating
Director of Photography
Hart Perry
Director of Photography
Peter Gilbert
Director of Photography
Mark Petersson
Director of Photography
Mathieu Roberts
Director of Photography
Cathy Caplan
Editor
Lawrence Silk
Editor
Thomas Haneke
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Dream
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What is American Dream about?
When workers at the Hormel meatpacking plant in Austin, Minnesota are asked to take a substantial pay cut in a highly profitable year, the local labor union decides to go on strike and fight for a wage they believe is fair. But as the work stoppage drags on and the strikers face losing everything, friends become enemies, families are divided and the very future of this typical mid American town is threatened.
Who directed American Dream?
American Dream was directed by Barbara Kopple.
Who stars in American Dream?
The principal cast of American Dream includes Not specified.
When was American Dream released and how long is it?
American Dream was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
How much did American Dream make at the box office?
American Dream grossed $270K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for American Dream?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Dream was composed by Michael Small.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Dream?
American Dream holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).