Generation Startup(2016)
Learning to fail. Redefining success.
Generation Startup Synopsis
Generation Startup takes us to the front lines of entrepreneurship in America, capturing the struggles and triumphs of six recent college graduates who put everything on the line to build startups in Detroit. Shot over 17 months, it's an honest, in-the-trenches look at what it takes to launch a startup. Directed by Academy Award winner Cynthia Wade and award-winning filmmaker Cheryl Miller Houser, the film celebrates risk-taking, urban revitalization, and diversity while delivering a vital call-to-action-with entrepreneurship at a record low, the country's economic future is at stake.
Generation Startup (2016) is a documentary film directed by Cynthia Wade, released on September 23, 2016 with a runtime of 1h 33m. It stars Dextina Booker, Kate Catlin, Avery Hairston and Pamela Lewis. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 9 ratings.
- Director:
- Cynthia Wade
- Cinematographer:
- Boaz Freund
- Production:
- Creative Breed
- Status:
- Released
Generation Startup (2016) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Generation Startup before you stream it.
Generation Startup Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Dextina Booker
Dextina Booker
as Herself
- Kate Catlin
Kate Catlin
as Herself
- Avery Hairston
Avery Hairston
as Himself
- Pamela Lewis
Pamela Lewis
as Herself
- Max Nussenbaum
Max Nussenbaum
as Himself
- Labib Rahman
Labib Rahman
as Himself
- Brian Rudolph
Brian Rudolph
as Himself
Andrew Yang
as Himself
Key crew
Directed by Cynthia Wade.
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Generation Startup Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 9 ratings.
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Generation Startup – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Generation Startup online?
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Generation Startup (2016) is available to stream on Fuse+ Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Generation Startup?
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The main cast of Generation Startup (2016) includes Dextina Booker, Kate Catlin, Avery Hairston, Pamela Lewis and Max Nussenbaum. The film was directed by Cynthia Wade. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Generation Startup released?
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Generation Startup was released on September 23, 2016 and runs for 1h 33m.
Is Generation Startup worth watching?
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Generation Startup (2016) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 9 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Generation Startup?
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Yes. The official Generation Startup trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.