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Down and Out in America

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The recession of the 1980s split the country into the haves and have-nots, from family farmers to factory workers and homeless people forced to live in decrepit welfare hotels. On the verge of losing everything, courageous Americans discover the power of community organizing to fight injustice.

DirectorLee Grant
ProducersJoseph Feury·Milton Justice

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 4 other countries

Down and Out in America isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Brazil, Guernsey, United Kingdom, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Lee Grant

LGLee Grant
Lee Grant
Narrator (voice)

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