The American Ruling Class

Overview

This inventive, mildly fictionalized documentary follows noted editor Lewis Lapham as he introduces two Ivy League graduates to America's elite in an effort to examine the role of class and moneyed privilege in American democracy. With stops at the Pentagon, posh Manhattan parties and more, Lapham encounters luminaries -- including James Baker III and Walter Cronkite -- who each share their perspectives on America's ruling class.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

April 26, 2005

Original language

English

Cast

Bill Bradley,Lewis Lapham

Director

John Kirby

Writer

Lewis Lapham

Producer

Libby Handros

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt0455906