Storyline
American Movie documents the story of filmmaker Mark Borchardt, his mission, and his dream. Spanning over two years of intense struggle with his film, his family, financial decline, and spiritual crisis, American Movie is a portrayal of ambition, obsession, excess, and one man's quest for the American Dream.
Cast & Crew
Mark Borchardt
Filmmaker
Lead
Mike Schank
Friend / Musician
TS
Tom Schimmels
Actor in 'Coven'
MB
Monica Borchardt
Mark's Mom
AB
Alex Borchardt
Mark's Brother
CB
Chris Borchardt
Mark's Brother
KK
Ken Keen
Friend / Associate Producer
MW
Matt Weisman
Casting Director
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Chris Smith's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. American Movie is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
