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202454 minPGdocumentary

Life on New York's Upper East Side During the Great Recession

202454 minPGdocumentary

New York City's Upper East Side faced significant economic challenges during the Great Recession, impacting small businesses and their diverse clientele.

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Channel: FRONTLINE PBS | Official

Life on New York's Upper East Side During the Great Recession

2024• 54 minPG

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New York City's Upper East Side faced significant economic challenges during the Great Recession, impacting small businesses and their diverse clientele.

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New York's Upper East Side faced significant challenges during the Great Recession, as chronicled by writer and director Ofra Bikel. The documentary highlights the struggles of Deborah Hair Designs, a salon established in 1985, where the owner and her clients grappled with financial instability. Featuring stories from a diverse clientele, including a retired flight attendant and a laid-off HR executive, the film illustrates the broader impact of the economic downturn on individuals in one of the nation's wealthiest neighborhoods.

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