The Big House
Originally released in 2018. The Big House is a feature film. directed by Terri Sarris.
Synopsis
Ann Arbor, Michigan is the prototypical college town—a small city with a massive research university, a tradition of political radicalism and Michigan Stadium, the largest in the United States and the home of University of Michigan football. With a capacity of 107, 601 the entire population of Ann Arbor fits in the stadium, which fans affectionately call “The Big House.” Michigan football goes back to 1879, and is known for its distinctive winged helmet and its fight song “The Victors.” But this direct cinema documentary eschews gridiron grandeur to look closely at all the labor—from the cooks to the cops to the cleaners—that goes into hosting 100,000 people. Shot against the backdrop of the 2016 election and the rise of Donald Trump, it presents a microcosm of America by showing everything but the game.
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- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big House about?
Ann Arbor, Michigan is the prototypical college town—a small city with a massive research university, a tradition of political radicalism and Michigan Stadium, the largest in the United States an...
Who directed The Big House?
The Big House was directed by Terri Sarris.
How long is The Big House?
The Big House has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).
When was The Big House released?
The Big House was released on February 16, 2018 in theaters.