After the Applause
Synopsis
186 million accounts are established in the United States Social Security program, as seen in the backdrop of the Clyde Beatty-Cole Brothers Circus.
Synopsis
Mrs. Gapova sits at a Social Security office, frustrated by the need to prove her age. She recounts her past, mentioning a romantic letter and a dock date for her arrival in America. The film focuses on her struggle to obtain benefits after years of service in the Clyde Beatty-Cole Brothers Circus. Produced by the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare in 1970, it is part of a series on social services, stored at the National Archives.
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Why Watch
- Meet Mrs. Gapova as she navigates retirement challenges.
- See the emotional impact of aging on performers.
- Find out how bureaucratic rules affect real lives.
Did You Know
- Mrs. Gapova is 62 years old and has not performed for 12 years.
- The Social Security office has established 186 million accounts.
- Mrs. Gapova lost all her important documents, including autographs, 12 years ago.
- Her birthday is mentioned in a letter that also references her arrival in America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Social Security accounts have been established?
186 million accounts have been established.
What age does Mrs. Gapova claim to be?
Mrs. Gapova claims to be 62 years old.
What happened to Mrs. Gapova's documents?
All her papers and autographs were robbed from the train 12 years ago.
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