American Dream(1990)
The award-winning film of American lives, American courage, and the...
American Dream Synopsis
When workers at the Hormel meatpacking plant in Austin, Minnesota are asked to take a substantial pay cut in a highly profitable year, the local labor union decides to go on strike and fight for a wage they believe is fair. But as the work stoppage drags on and the strikers face losing everything, friends become enemies, families are divided and the very future of this typical mid American town is threatened.
American Dream (1990) is a documentary film directed by Barbara Kopple, released on October 6, 1990 with a runtime of 1h 38m. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 17 ratings.
- Director:
- Barbara Kopple
- Producers:
- Barbara Kopple, Arthur Cohn
- Cinematographer:
- Peter Gilbert
- Composer:
- Michael Small
- Production:
- Cabin Creek Films, Catholic Communication Campaign, Channel 4 Television
- Revenue:
- $269,823
- Status:
- Released
American Dream (1990) Trailer
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American Dream Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 17 ratings.
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American Dream – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch American Dream online?
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American Dream (1990) is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
When was American Dream released?
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American Dream was released on October 6, 1990 and runs for 1h 38m.
Is American Dream worth watching?
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American Dream (1990) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 17 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 American Dream?
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Yes. The official American Dream trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.