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The United States of Insanity
The United States of Insanity

The United States of Insanity

The Future of the First Amendment is in the Hands of Two Clowns

Genres

Documentary

OverView

The story of controversial rap duo Insane Clown Posse (ICP), their fans, and their ongoing struggle with the FBI in a landmark case that may be a bellwether of change for First Amendment rights in America.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

97 mins

Rating

8.5/10

Release Date

26 October 2021

Country

United States of America

Cast

Violent J

Violent J

Himself

Shaggy 2 Dope

Shaggy 2 Dope

Himself

Michael Steinberg

Michael Steinberg

Himself

Jumpsteady

Jumpsteady

Himself

Farris Haddad

Farris Haddad

Himself

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