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Affluenza (1997)

Affluenza (1997)

TV Movie Documentary
Release Date: 1997, September 15
Directors: John de Graaf, Vivia Boe
Countries: United States of America
Production: KCTS Television, KCTS Television, Oregon Public Broadcasting, Oregon Public Broadcasting
Cast: Glenn Stanton, Joe Dominguez, Olivia Martin, Jennifer Gailus, Scott Simon, Keaton Adams, Vicki Robin

Overview:

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.

Keywords:

wealth consumerism semi-documentary