American Hollow (1999)

American Hollow (1999) poster

This documentary follows the lives of the Bowling family as they fight to survive in dirt-poor Appalachia. Matriarch Iree has given birth to 13 children, but only two have left to seek better lives in Ohio while the rest have married and started their own impoverished families near home. Uneducated and unskilled, all are unemployed, and domestic violence and alcoholism pose serious problems. The filmmakers explore the family's relationships through interviews and footage of their daily lives.

Director: Rory Kennedy
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Bill Frisell
Production: Moxie Firecracker Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

kentucky, alcoholism, appalachia, domestic violence, poverty, woman director

Trailer

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More Films by Director: Rory Kennedy
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Hollow about?
This documentary follows the lives of the Bowling family as they fight to survive in dirt-poor Appalachia. Matriarch Iree has given birth to 13 children, but only two have left to seek better lives in Ohio while the rest have married and started their own impoverished families near home. Uneducated and unskilled, all are unemployed, and domestic violence and alcoholism pose serious problems. The filmmakers explore the family's relationships through interviews and footage of their daily lives.
Who directed American Hollow?
American Hollow was directed by Rory Kennedy.
Who stars in American Hollow?
American Hollow stars Bascum Bowling, Clint Bowling, Edgar Bowling, Iree Bowling, Samantha Bowling.
How long is American Hollow?
American Hollow has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is American Hollow?
American Hollow is a Documentary film.
Where was American Hollow produced?
American Hollow was produced in United States of America.