American Movie

1999Rated7.51h 44mDocumentary, Comedy

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.

Starring: Mark Borchardt, Mike Schank, Tom Schimmels

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Cast

  • Mark BorchardtFilmmaker
  • Mike SchankFriend / Musician
  • Tom SchimmelsActor in 'Coven'
  • Monica BorchardtMark's Mom
  • Alex BorchardtMark's Brother
  • Chris BorchardtMark's Brother
  • Ken KeenFriend / Associate Producer
  • Matt WeismanCasting Director
  • Bill BorchardtMark's Uncle / Executive Producer
  • Cliff BorchardtMark's Dad

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