American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy
Originally released in 1989. American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy is a drama film. directed by Chantal Akerman.
Starring Mark Amitin, Eszter Balint, and Stephan Balint
Synopsis
Chantal Akerman explores Jewish American identity in this multilayered portrait of the immigrant experience. Shot in Brooklyn near the Williamsburg Bridge, Histoires D'Amérique takes the form of a series of first-person addresses delivered by a cross-section of Jewish New Yorkers, whose by turns tragic and humorous tales speak to a collective history of trauma, displacement, and resilience.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 4, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Belgium
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Mallia Films
- Paradise Films
- RTBF
- La Sept Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy about?
Chantal Akerman explores Jewish American identity in this multilayered portrait of the immigrant experience. Shot in Brooklyn near the Williamsburg Bridge, Histoires D'Amérique takes the form of a...
Who directed American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy?
American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy was directed by Chantal Akerman.
How long is American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy?
American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy released?
American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy was released on October 4, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy?
The main cast of American Stories: Food, Family and Philosophy includes Mark Amitin, Eszter Balint, Stephan Balint, Judith Malina, Kirk Baltz.