The Killing of America 1981
“The film the American authorities didn't want you to see!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Director
- Sheldon Renan
- Networks
- Towa Productions, Filmlink International
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Amazon MX Player
What is The Killing of America?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Killing of America" (1981). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 5, 1981
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Japan, United States of America
- Studios
- Towa Productions, Filmlink International
- Genres
- Documentary, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.2/10 from 63 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~95 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Towa Productions, Filmlink International
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Overview
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Killing of America" (1981).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed details (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text ONLY (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Killing of America.
Year: 1981.
Japanese Title: Violence USA (Amerikan baiorensu).
Genre: Mondo film, Documentary, Crime.
Director: Sheldon Renan.
Writers: Leonard and Chieko Schrader.
Release/Premiere: Premiered in New York City in February 1982. US release date listed as 02/13/1982. Shown at the 2013 Fantasia Festival.
Runtime: 1h 35m.
Content/Synopsis: A documentary of the decline of America. Composed of archival material and exclusive footage. Depicts carnage, madness, and mayhem with an unapologetic sincerity regarding the factual depiction of violence in the industrialized nation of the United States. Features a juxtaposition of detailed accounts of terrible acts, brutal behavior, and interviews from experts and convicted killers.
The Killing of
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“A gripping exploration of documentary and crime that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Killing of America worth watching?
The Killing of America holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 63 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary, Crime for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Killing of America and when was it released?
The Killing of America is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 1981. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Killing of America?
The Killing of America was directed by Sheldon Renan.
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