An examination of the history of the U.S. through archival footage and contrasting views of society, incorporating audiovisual material ranging from political campaign films to animated cartoons to children’s phonograph records, featuring Al Jolson, Mickey Mouse, the young Jack Smith, and a half-dozen American presidents.
Credits
Star Spangled to Death Cast
| Name |
Character |
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Jack Smith
He was 71, 56 years old when he died
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as The Spirit Not of Life But of Living |
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Ken Jacobs
He was 70, now 91 years old
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as Oscar Friendly / Ringmaster / Janitor |
Star Spangled to Death Crew
| Name |
Department |
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Ken Jacobs as Cinematography. He was 70 (now 91) years old
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Crew |
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Ken Jacobs as Director. He was 70 (now 91) years old
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Directing |
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Ken Jacobs as Editor. He was 70 (now 91) years old
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Editing |
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Ken Jacobs as Writer. He was 70 (now 91) years old
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Writing |
