CinemaOSMovie · 1997 · 0h 56m

Affluenza

70%(3)IMDbDocumentaryTV Movie

A look at the modern-day problem of "affluenza," an epidemic of stress, overwork, shopping and debt caused by the pursuit of the American Dream. The history of the condition is explored, as well as the advertising and marketing ploys used to sustain it. Men and women from around the country share their stories of personal debt and suggestions for financial recovery.

Directed byJohn de Graaf, Vivia Boe

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 56m
Language
EN
Released
September 15, 1997
Studios
KCTS TelevisionOregon Public Broadcasting

Featuring

Cast & crew

7 credited
Starring

Jennifer Gailus

Self

Scott Simon

Self

Olivia Martin

Self

Keaton Adams

Self

Glenn Stanton

Self

Joe Dominguez

Self

Vicki Robin

Self

Creative team
Directed by
John de Graaf
Vivia Boe
Written by
John de Graaf
Produced by
John de Graaf
Vivia Boe

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