Americathon
1979·Movie·
·1h 26min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
The ultimate spectacle is now a movie.
In a story told in narrative flashbacks, a young TV consultant is hired by the President of a bankrupt USA to organize a telethon in order to prevent the country from being repossessed by wealthy Native Americans.
DNA
- Genres
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersMedia ManipulationGreedSocial CriticismPower Of The MediaPolitical Satire
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersPolitical IntrigueUnlikely HeroSocial RevolutionBattle Of WitsElection CampaignMedia Circus
- Narrative
- Time
- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Neal Israel, Gerald Hirschfeld
Produced by:
Joe Roth, David Nichols, Edward Rosen
Composed by:
Tom Scott
Cast
Media
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