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Startup.com

January 21, 2001 1h 47m 6.6/10 (36 votes)

Originally released in 2001. Startup.com is a documentary film. directed by Chris Hegedus.

Starring Kaleil Isaza Tuzman, Tom Herman, and Kenneth Austin

Synopsis

Friends since high school, 20-somethings Kaleil Isaza Tuzman and Tom Herman have an idea: a Web site for people to conduct business with municipal governments. This documentary tracks the rise and fall of govWorks.com from May of 1999 to December of 2000, and the trials the business brings to the relationship of these best friends. Kaleil raises the money, Tom's the technical chief. A third partner wants a buy out; girlfriends come and go; Tom's daughter needs attention. And always the need for cash and for improving the site. Venture capital comes in by the millions. Kaleil is on C-SPAN, CNN, and magazine covers. Will the business or the friendship crash first?

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 21, 2001 25 years ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (36 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Startup.com about?

Friends since high school, 20-somethings Kaleil Isaza Tuzman and Tom Herman have an idea: a Web site for people to conduct business with municipal governments. This documentary tracks the rise and ...

Who directed Startup.com?

Startup.com was directed by Chris Hegedus.

How long is Startup.com?

Startup.com has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

When was Startup.com released?

Startup.com was released on January 21, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Startup.com?

The main cast of Startup.com includes Kaleil Isaza Tuzman, Tom Herman, Kenneth Austin, Tricia Burke, Roy Burston.