American Dream Review in Documentary
Genre: Documentary
American Dream is a compelling drama that examines the complexities of pursuing the American ideal amidst social and economic challenges. The narrative follows a protagonist striving for success while grappling with personal sacrifices and societal inequalities. Themes include ambition, identity, and the pursuit of happiness, resonating with universal aspirations. The film’s direction balances intimate character portrayals with broader societal commentary, encouraging reflection on what the American Dream truly entails. Performances contribute to a nuanced exploration of hope and disillusionment, capturing the realities faced by those seeking upward mobility. While not a blockbuster, it remains a pertinent commentary on contemporary American society, prompting viewers to consider the costs and promises of the pursuit of prosperity and fulfillment within the American landscape.
Cast & Crew
- Cathy Caplan
- Luis Cubillos
- Rick Halpern
- Thomas Haneke
- Donald Klocek
- Barbara Kopple
- David G. Lubell
- Sylvia Reed
- Lawrence Silk
- Ray Rogers
- Molly Ornati
- Bill Susman
- Frances Curiazza
- Steve Moses
- Helene Susman
- Jean Hardisty
- Ben Goldstein
- Nicholas Kopple Perry
- Alfred S. Kopple
- Julie Gustafson
- Ed Matney
- Alice Kessler Harris
- Barbara Sirota
- Jonathan House
- Harvey O'Connor
- Ernest Hood
- Jerry Rosenblum
- Sidney Cobb
- Dan Geiger
- Phyllis Peterson
- Wade Black
- Joann Flaherty
- Carol Ross
- Fred Casey
- Harriet Crosby
- Majorie Kopple
- Greg Tarpinian
- Louis Ferman
- Jan Berry
- David Brody
- June Lichtenstein
- Ted Field
- Leslie Levitas
- Donald Lipski
- Daniel Walkowitz
- Beth Bloedow
- Alfred Slote
- Ruth Shikes
- Carl Cohen
- Gail Rosenschein
- Ed Hedemann
- Amy Shidler
- Alida Rockefeller
- Carrie Farmer Tokunaga
- Virginia Yans McLaughlin
- Burkhard Vorländer
- Charles Savitt
- Cathe Ishino
- Oscar Ornati
- Ralph Shikes
- Charles Schwartz
- Christy Walker
- Juan Munoz
- Chuck France