American: An Odyssey to 1947

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American: An Odyssey to 1947

2023

1h 42m

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"American: An Odyssey to 1947" embarks on a compelling journey through the 1930s & 40s, a transformative era in American history. The documentary follows the meteoric rise of acclaimed director Orson Welles while exploring the interweaving stories of diverse individuals amidst the backdrop of the Great Depression, World War II, and the dropping of the atomic bomb. In the shadow of these monumental events, the film uncovers the hidden truths and challenges faced by these characters, shedding light on the defining moments that shaped their destinies and the nation's collective consciousness.

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Oliver Jones

Observer

What the film does effectively is revitalize Welles’ work by viewing it through the lens of media consolidation, government repression of art and leftist thinkers, and social justice.

Rated: 2/4

Sep 11, 2023

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Joel Fisher

Battle Royale With Cheese

American: An Odyssey to 1947 may bring in cinephiles, but will leave them with a greater understanding of what Orson Welles did for America.

Oct 16, 2023

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Jason Delgado

Film Threat

American: An Odyssey to 1947 is a nostalgic and vital snapshot of America through the lens of central and intertwined figures and events.

Rated: 8.5/10

Sep 21, 2023

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Sean Burns

North Shore Movies

Compelling, if confoundingly structured.

Sep 11, 2023

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James Verniere

Boston Herald

Somewhat convoluted, but nonetheless valuable "odyssey."

Rated: B+

Sep 8, 2023

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Mark Dujsik

Mark Reviews Movies

[T]he filmmaker tells the story, not only of Welles' rise and fall within the culture of the United States, but also of the promise and failings of the country...

Rated: 3.5/4

Sep 8, 2023

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"American: An Odyssey to 1947" embarks on a compelling journey through the 1930s & 40s, a transformative era in American history. The documentary follows the meteoric rise of acclaimed director Orson Welles while exploring the interweaving stories of diverse individuals amidst the backdrop of the Great Depression, World War II, and the dropping of the atomic bomb. In the shadow of these monumental events, the film uncovers the hidden truths and challenges faced by these characters, shedding light on the defining moments that shaped their destinies and the nation's collective consciousness.

Director: Danny Wu
Producer: Danny Wu, Shania Kumar
Screenwriter: Danny Wu
Distributor: Gravitas Ventures
Production Co: Maple Road Pictures
Genre: Documentary, History
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 8, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 12, 2023
Runtime: 1h 42m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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