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Affluenza

Affluenza

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A look at the modern-day problem of "affluenza," an epidemic of stress, overwork, shopping and debt caused by the pursuit of the American Dream. The history of the condition is explored, as well as the advertising and marketing ploys used to sustain it. Men and women from around the country share their stories of personal debt and suggestions for financial recovery.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

56 mins

Rating

6.5/10

Release Date

15 September 1997

Country

United States of America

Cast

Jennifer Gailus

Jennifer Gailus

Self

Scott Simon

Scott Simon

Self

Olivia Martin

Olivia Martin

Self

Keaton Adams

Keaton Adams

Self

Glenn Stanton

Glenn Stanton

Self

Joe Dominguez

Joe Dominguez

Self

Vicki Robin

Vicki Robin

Self

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