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American Factory
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American Factory

2019 · 110 min Documentary
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

In post-industrial Ohio, a Chinese billionaire opens a new factory in the husk of an abandoned General Motors plant, hiring two thousand blue-collar Americans. Early days of hope and optimism give way to setbacks as high-tech China clashes with working-class America.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.

Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.

For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.

Director: Steven Bognar

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.

🎭 Cast

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Junming 'Jimmy' Wang

Self - Vice President, Fuyao

Sherrod Brown

Sherrod Brown

Self - U.S. Senator, Ohio

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Dave Burrows

Self - Vice President, Fuyao Glass America

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John Gauthier

Self - President, Fuyao Glass America

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Rob Haerr

Self - Furnace Supervisor

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Cynthia Harper

Self - Lamination Specialist

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Wong He

Self - Furance Engineer

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Jill Lamantia

Self - Forklift Operator

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Jeff Daochuan Liu

Self - President, Fuyao Glass America

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Shawnea Rosser

Self - Glass Inspector

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