Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next)
Synopsis
This is the story of one town's journey to survive the changes of a new economic era. It begins in Midwestern America ... but it's more than that. It's the story of every industrial town struggling to find its way in a new age. This PBS documentary tells a story about how one community in Ohio is trying to adapt to the historic economic crosswinds sweeping the world today. Lima is a town of 45,000 residents in the agriculturally rich northwestern part of the state. Lima's journey, through the 20' century, is a microcosm reflecting many of the economic trends that have effected millions and has reshaped this country. Lost in Middle America is a discovery process where people help tell the story of Lima through their own personal stories. This is a story of every industrial town struggling to find its way in a new age. It's a story of lost pride, enduring hope, and the strength of the human spirit.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Scott Craig
- Screenplay & Story
- Mary Esselman
- Original Title
- Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next)
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Scott Craig
Mary Esselman
Department Leadership Roster
Scott Craig
Director
Mary Esselman
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next) about?
This is the story of one town's journey to survive the changes of a new economic era. It begins in Midwestern America ... but it's more than that. It's the story of every industrial town struggling to find its way in a new age. This PBS documentary tells a story about how one community in Ohio is trying to adapt to the historic economic crosswinds sweeping the world today. Lima is a town of 45,000 residents in the agriculturally rich northwestern part of the state. Lima's journey, through the 20' century, is a microcosm reflecting many of the economic trends that have effected millions and has reshaped this country. Lost in Middle America is a discovery process where people help tell the story of Lima through their own personal stories. This is a story of every industrial town struggling to find its way in a new age. It's a story of lost pride, enduring hope, and the strength of the human spirit.
Who directed Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next)?
Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next) was directed by Scott Craig.
Who stars in Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next)?
The principal cast of Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next) includes Hal Holbrook.
When was Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next) released and how long is it?
Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next) was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 56m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next)?
Lost in Middle America (and What Happened Next) holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).