American Tongues(1987)
A film about the way we talk
American Tongues Synopsis
Rich in humor and regional color, this sometimes hilarious film uses the prism of language to reveal our attitudes about the way other people speak. From Boston Brahmins to Black Louisiana teenagers, from Texas cowboys to New York professionals, American Tongues elicits funny, perceptive, sometimes shocking, and always telling comments on American English in all its diversity. (PBS)
American Tongues (1987) is a documentary film directed by Louis Alvarez, released on June 24, 1987 with a runtime of 57m. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Louis Alvarez
- Writers:
- Lora Myers, Anderson Ferrell
- Production:
- Center for New American Media
- Status:
- Released
American Tongues Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 3 ratings.
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American Tongues was released on June 24, 1987 and runs for 57m.
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American Tongues (1987) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.