The American Dream (2011)

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Armed with dreams that extend beyond their block, Luis and Ronald, two best friends from Los Angeles, videotape their last 36 hours before shipping off to Afghanistan. One hundred days before Obama's inauguration, these young men have joined the Marines together to face the obstacles and circumstances that seem to overwhelm their passage into manhood. Luis wants to be a filmmaker and Ronald wants to travel the world and raise a family. Through the lens of Luis's video camera, they capture their friends, family members and places they call home - to remember who they are and where they come from. In their darkest hour, they turn on the video camera for the last time and document the final moments of their journey home. They soon realize that their dreams and promises of a new life mean nothing in a place called War.

Director: Jamil Walker Smith
Genre: Drama, War
Runtime: 80 min
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Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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More Films by Director: Jamil Walker Smith
More Films in Genre: Drama, War

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The American Dream about?
Armed with dreams that extend beyond their block, Luis and Ronald, two best friends from Los Angeles, videotape their last 36 hours before shipping off to Afghanistan. One hundred days before Obama's inauguration, these young men have joined the Marines together to face the obstacles and circumstances that seem to overwhelm their passage into manhood. Luis wants to be a filmmaker and Ronald wants to travel the world and raise a family. Through the lens of Luis's video camera, they capture their friends, family members and places they call home - to remember who they are and where they come from. In their darkest hour, they turn on the video camera for the last time and document the final moments of their journey home. They soon realize that their dreams and promises of a new life mean nothing in a place called War.
Who directed The American Dream?
The American Dream was directed by Jamil Walker Smith.
Who stars in The American Dream?
The American Dream stars Malcolm Goodwin, Jamil Walker Smith, Michael Trotter, Bradley Stryker, Eddie Ruiz, Justin Shenkarow.
How long is The American Dream?
The American Dream has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
What genre is The American Dream?
The American Dream is a Drama, War film.
Where was The American Dream produced?
The American Dream was produced in United States of America.