A Dangerous Idea
“Eugenics, genetics and the American dream”
Synopsis
A dangerous idea has threatened the American Dream from the beginning - the belief that some groups and individuals are inherently superior to others and more deserving of fundamental rights. Such biological determinism provided an excuse for some of America's most shameful history. And now it's back. This documentary reveals how biologically determined politics has disenfranchised women and people of color, provided a rationale for state sanctioned crimes committed against America's most vulnerable citizens, and now gains new traction under the Trump administration.
Top Cast
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Garland Allen
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Ignacio Chapela
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Barry Commoner
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Troy Duster
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Fidelma Fitzpatrick
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Agustín Fuentes
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Ruth Hubbard
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Oliver James
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Van Jones
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Jay Joseph
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Evelyn Fox Keller
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James LeFanu
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Joseph J. Levin
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Richard Lewontin
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Robert Pollack
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Robert Reich
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William H. Tucker
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 28, 2018
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephanie Welch
- Screenplay & Story
- Andrew Kimbrell, Stephanie Welch
- Original Title
- A Dangerous Idea
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Paragon Media Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephanie Welch
Andrew Kimbrell, Stephanie Welch
Maureen Gosling
Stephanie Welch, Andrew Kimbrell, Mary R. Morgan, Jed Riffe
Department Leadership Roster
Stephanie Welch
Director
Stephanie Welch
Producer
Andrew Kimbrell
Writer
Maureen Gosling
Editor
Stephanie Welch
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Jed Riffe
Producer
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What is A Dangerous Idea about?
A dangerous idea has threatened the American Dream from the beginning - the belief that some groups and individuals are inherently superior to others and more deserving of fundamental rights. Such biological determinism provided an excuse for some of America's most shameful history. And now it's back. This documentary reveals how biologically determined politics has disenfranchised women and people of color, provided a rationale for state sanctioned crimes committed against America's most vulnerable citizens, and now gains new traction under the Trump administration.
Who directed A Dangerous Idea?
A Dangerous Idea was directed by Stephanie Welch.
Who stars in A Dangerous Idea?
The principal cast of A Dangerous Idea includes Andrew Kimbrell, Garland Allen, Ignacio Chapela, Barry Commoner, Troy Duster.
When was A Dangerous Idea released and how long is it?
A Dangerous Idea was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.