Star Spangled to Death (2004)

An examination of the history of the U.S. through archival footage and contrasting views of society, incorporating audiovisual material ranging from political campaign films to animated cartoons to children’s phonograph records, featuring Al Jolson, Mickey Mouse, the young Jack Smith, and a half-dozen American presidents.

Cast (6)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Jack Smith

The Spirit Not of Life But of Living

J

Jerry Sims

Suffering

G

Gib Taylor

The Two Evils

B

Billy Carpenter

The Two Evils

C

Cecilia Swan

Misplaced Charity

Ken Jacobs

Oscar Friendly / Ringmaster / Janitor

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