Requiem for the American Dream movie poster

Requiem for the American Dream

"Noam Chomsky and the PRINCIPLES of CONCENTRATION of WEALTH & POWER"

April 18, 2015 1h 13m 7.7/10 (196 votes)

Originally released in 2015. Requiem for the American Dream is a documentary film. directed by Kelly Nyks. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Noam Chomsky

Synopsis

Through interviews filmed over four years, Noam Chomsky unpacks the principles that have brought us to the crossroads of historically unprecedented inequality – tracing a half-century of policies designed to favor the most wealthy at the expense of the majority – while also looking back on his own life of activism and political participation. He provides penetrating insight into what may well be the lasting legacy of our time – the death of the middle class, and swan song of functioning democracy.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 18, 2015 10 years ago
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Runtime 1h 13m 73 minutes total
User Rating 7.7/10 Great (196 votes)
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Box Office $44.7K Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$44,695

Production Companies

  • PF Pictures
  • Naked City Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Requiem for the American Dream about?

Through interviews filmed over four years, Noam Chomsky unpacks the principles that have brought us to the crossroads of historically unprecedented inequality – tracing a half-century of policies...

Who directed Requiem for the American Dream?

Requiem for the American Dream was directed by Kelly Nyks.

How long is Requiem for the American Dream?

Requiem for the American Dream has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).

When was Requiem for the American Dream released?

Requiem for the American Dream was released on April 18, 2015 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Requiem for the American Dream?

The main cast of Requiem for the American Dream includes Noam Chomsky.

Is Requiem for the American Dream worth watching?

Requiem for the American Dream has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 196 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.