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Affluenza

Affluenza

★ 7.0/10•1997•56m•Documentary•TV Movie

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.

John de Graaf · Writer

John de Graaf · Director

Vivia Boe · Director

StatusReleased
Runtime56m
LanguageEN
Release DateSep 15, 1997

Actors

Jennifer Gailus

Self

Scott Simon

Self

Olivia Martin

Self

Keaton Adams

Self

Glenn Stanton

Self

Joe Dominguez

Self

Vicki Robin

Self

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