Free Money
Released 4 years ago in 2022. Free Money is a documentary film. directed by Lauren DeFilippo. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In the Kenyan village of Kogutu, we watch the arrival of a group of visitors representing the charity GiveDirectly. The NGO agents gather villagers to introduce a program that will give every adult member a universal basic income (UBI), the equivalent of $22 per month, for a test phase that will last 12 years. Their community is one of hundreds targeted in several countries, backed with $30 million of funding. Free Money follows what happens in Kogutu over three years to study the consequences of the project, both intended and unintended.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 11, 2022
3 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Kenya
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- New Slate Ventures
- Insignia Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Free Money about?
In the Kenyan village of Kogutu, we watch the arrival of a group of visitors representing the charity GiveDirectly. The NGO agents gather villagers to introduce a program that will give every adult...
Who directed Free Money?
Free Money was directed by Lauren DeFilippo.
How long is Free Money?
Free Money has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Free Money released?
Free Money was released on September 11, 2022 in theaters.