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The Killing of America

The Killing of America

The film the American authorities didn't want you to see!

19817.21h 30m

Overview

A documentary of the decline of America. Featuring footage (most exclusive to this film) from race riots to serial killers and much, much more.

Directed by Leonard Schrader
Written by Leonard Schrader, Chieko Schrader
Produced by Mataichirô Yamamoto, Leonard Schrader
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Top Cast

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Chuck Riley

Narrator (voice)

Sirhan Sirhan

Sirhan Sirhan

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Wayne Henley

Wayne Henley

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Thomas Noguchi

Thomas Noguchi

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Ed Kemper

Ed Kemper

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Themes & Keywords

american way of lifemurderserial killerkilling spreegun violenceusa historyspree killerrace relations

About The Killing of America

The Killing of America is a documentary, crime film released in 1981 exploring themes of american way of life, murder, serial killer, killing spree, gun violence, usa history. Directed by Leonard Schrader, it stars Chuck Riley, Sirhan Sirhan, Wayne Henley. A documentary of the decline of America. Featuring footage (most exclusive to this film) from race riots to serial killers and much, much more.

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