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Essential

"The Working Class and the Challenge of Income Inequality"

May 1, 2023 1h 14m

Released 3 years ago in 2023. Essential is a feature film. directed by Jack Baric. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Reed Rudy

Synopsis

"Essential" is a documentary film that exposes the extreme economic vulnerability that income inequality has created for millions of working class Americans. Viewed through the lens of the Southwest Carpenters Union, and featuring numerous experts, the film examines how unionization in the 20th Century created the largest middle class in the history of the planet, but union demise in the 21st Century has created income inequality that is reaching levels not seen since the Great Depression.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 1, 2023 2 years ago
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Runtime 1h 14m 74 minutes total
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

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Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Essential about?

"Essential" is a documentary film that exposes the extreme economic vulnerability that income inequality has created for millions of working class Americans. Viewed through the lens of the Southwes...

Who directed Essential?

Essential was directed by Jack Baric.

How long is Essential?

Essential has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).

When was Essential released?

Essential was released on May 1, 2023 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Essential?

The main cast of Essential includes Reed Rudy.