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American Movie

★ 7.6(278)19991h 44m

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Good to know

Director: Chris Smith
Release date: 1999-11-05
Runtime: 1h 44m
Language: English
Box office: $1,165,795
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Civilian Pictures

American Movie — trailer

About American Movie

American Movie is a 1999 movie in the Documentary and Comedy genres, directed by Chris Smith, starring Mark Borchardt, Mike Schank and Tom Schimmels. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.6/10 from 278 viewers. Below you can see where to watch American Movie in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

American Movie documents the story of filmmaker Mark Borchardt, his mission, and his dream. Spanning over two years of intense struggle with his film, his family, financial decline, and spiritual crisis, American Movie is a portrayal of ambition, obsession, excess, and one man's quest for the American Dream.

Cast

Mark Borchardt

Filmmaker

Mike Schank

Friend / Musician

Tom Schimmels

Actor in 'Coven'

Monica Borchardt

Mark's Mom

Alex Borchardt

Mark's Brother

Chris Borchardt

Mark's Brother

Ken Keen

Friend / Associate Producer

Matt Weisman

Casting Director

Bill Borchardt

Mark's Uncle / Executive Producer

Cliff Borchardt

Mark's Dad

Tom Beach

Production Manager

Joan Petrie

Mark's Girlfriend / Associate Producer

Themes & keywords

underdogobsessionwisconsinbeerambition

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch American Movie in South Africa?+

American Movie is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is American Movie on Netflix?+

American Movie is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is American Movie?+

American Movie has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

Who stars in American Movie?+

American Movie stars Mark Borchardt, Mike Schank, Tom Schimmels, Monica Borchardt and Alex Borchardt.

When did American Movie come out?+

American Movie is a 1999 movie directed by Chris Smith.

What genre is American Movie?+

American Movie is Documentary and Comedy film.

Who directed American Movie?+

American Movie was directed by Chris Smith.