47 towns are visited as Michael Moore documents the economic struggles of American workers and their fears of unemployment during his book tour.
“Protecting the Earth from the scum of corporate America.”
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47 towns are visited as Michael Moore documents the economic struggles of American workers and their fears of unemployment during his book tour.
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Synopsis
Michael Moore travels to 47 towns across the United States during his 1996 book tour for Downsize This. He interviews unemployed workers who express frustration over job losses due to corporate outsourcing. The film features Moore's attempts to confront executives from major companies, including Nike's Phil Knight. It critiques President Bill Clinton and other 1996 presidential candidates for neglecting economic issues. The narrative reveals a stark contrast between corporate profits and the struggles of American workers.
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Why Watch
- See Michael Moore confront corporate leaders like Phil Knight.
- Find out why Bill Clinton faced criticism in 1996.
- Meet workers sharing their fears about unemployment.
Did You Know
- 92% of 38 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
- Michael Moore visited 47 towns during his promotional tour.
- Harvey Weinstein acquired distribution rights after a Toronto screening.
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Who directed The Big One?
Michael Moore wrote and directed The Big One.
What percentage of critics' reviews for The Big One are positive on Rotten Tomatoes?
92% of 38 critics' reviews are positive on Rotten Tomatoes.
What was the purpose of Michael Moore's tour in The Big One?
Moore's tour was to promote his 1996 book Downsize This! and to address American economic failings.
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