The American Way

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The American Way

1962

0h 10m

5.3(10 votes)

Comedy

Overview

A comedy short which pokes merry anarchistic fun at such quintessential American institutions as mom, baseball, and apple pie. It features an early appearance from actor John Cazale.

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3 featured cast members

Starring

John Cazale

Beatnik

Bill Graham

Man

John Heffernan

Man in the Park

Creative team

Directed by: Marvin Starkman
Written by: Bob Feinberg

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