Affluenza

Tongue-in-cheek in style but still representing sharp-edged social commentary, this documentary produced for PBS takes an in-depth look at the social effects of America's love affair with materialism and boundless consumption of resources. Hosted by Scott Simon, Affluenza examines the high price of the high life -- both financially and emotionally -- and shines a light on some Americans who are following a different path.
Release Year:
1997  
Rating:
NR  
Video Quality:
Standard Definition  
Runtime:
56 Minutes  
Directed By:
Not available  
Cast:
Scott Simon  
Genres:
Documentaries
Social & Cultural Documentaries  
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