The Killing of America (1981)

Directed by Sheldon Renan

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A documentary of the decline of America, composed of archival material and exclusive footage, carnage, madness, and mayhem with an unapologetic sincerity on the factual depiction of violence in the industrialized nation of the United States. Featuring a juxtaposition of detailed accounts of terrible acts, brutal behavior, and interviews from experts and convicted killers alike.

Genre: Documentary, Crime

Language: en

Countries: Japan, United States of America

Production

Cinematographers: Robert Charlton, Willy Kurant, Peter Smokler, Tom Hurwitz · Composers: Mark Lindsay, W. Michael Lewis · Editor: Lee Percy

Production: Towa Productions

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