Requiem for the American Dream 2015
“Noam Chomsky and the PRINCIPLES of CONCENTRATION of WEALTH & POWER”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 73 minutes
- Director
- Peter D. Hutchison, Kelly Nyks, Jared P. Scott
- Networks
- PF Pictures, Naked City Films
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Requiem for the American Dream?
Requiem for the American Dream is a documentary film released in 2015. Through interviews filmed over a period of over four years, the film features Noam Chomsky unpacking the principles that have brought the United States to a crossroads of historically unprecedented inequality.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 73 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 18, 2015
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- PF Pictures, Naked City Films
- Revenue
- $44,695
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.7/10 from 208 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~73 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- PF Pictures, Naked City Films
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Overview
Requiem for the American Dream is a documentary film released in 2015. Through interviews filmed over a period of over four years, the film features Noam Chomsky unpacking the principles that have brought the United States to a crossroads of historically unprecedented inequality. The documentary traces a half century of policies designed to favor the wealthiest at the expense of the majority, while also looking back on Chomsky's own life of activism and political participation. Chomsky provides penetrating insight into what he identifies as the lasting legacy of our time, namely the death of the middle class and the swan song of a functioning democracy. The documentary has a runtime of one hour and thirteen minutes.
Should you watch it?
“Noam Chomsky analyzes the systemic policies that have driven unprecedented wealth inequality in the United States.”
- Features deep, analytical insights from Noam Chomsky regarding American political history.
- Provides a clear, structured breakdown of the principles behind wealth concentration.
- Offers a reflective look at the intersection of personal activism and national policy.
- The film relies heavily on a single-subject interview format which may feel static to some viewers.
Watch it if you are interested in a scholarly examination of the forces shaping modern economic inequality.
The film maintains a serious, academic tone with a deliberate, steady pace suitable for audiences seeking thoughtful political analysis.
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Where can I stream this film?
The film is available on various streaming services depending on your region, though availability varies by country.
Is this film worth watching?
The film is recommended for those interested in political science and economic history as it provides an in-depth perspective from Noam Chomsky.
What is the duration of the film?
The documentary has a runtime of one hour and thirteen minutes.
Is this a series or a standalone film?
It is a standalone documentary film released in 2015.
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