The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales
Synopsis
Abigail Disney looks at America's dysfunctional and unequal economy and asks why the American Dream has worked for the wealthy, yet is a nightmare for people born with less. As a way to imagine a more equitable future, Disney uses her family's story to explore how this systemic injustice took hold.
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The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-08-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 7 DaysSundance Film Festival (Virtual)
Festival / Special Debut
September 16, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 23, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Abigail Disney, Kathleen Hughes
- Screenplay & Story
- David Cohen, Kathleen Hughes, Abigail Disney
- Original Score
- Blake Leyh
- Original Title
- The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Fork Films, Chicago Media Project
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Abigail Disney, Kathleen Hughes
David Cohen, Kathleen Hughes, Abigail Disney
Blake Leyh
David Cohen
Bill Haney, Paula M. Froehle, Steven H. Cohen, Tim Disney, Abigail Disney
Department Leadership Roster
Blake Leyh
Original Music Composer
David Cohen
Editor
Abigail Disney
Director
Abigail Disney
Producer
Kathleen Hughes
Producer
Aideen Kane
Producer
Kathleen Hughes
Director
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What is The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales about?
Abigail Disney looks at America's dysfunctional and unequal economy and asks why the American Dream has worked for the wealthy, yet is a nightmare for people born with less. As a way to imagine a more equitable future, Disney uses her family's story to explore how this systemic injustice took hold.
Who directed The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales?
The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales was directed by Abigail Disney, Kathleen Hughes.
Who stars in The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales?
The principal cast of The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales includes Abigail Disney.
When was The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales released and how long is it?
The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales was composed by Blake Leyh.