American Hollow (1999)

This film tells the tale of a close-knit Appalachian family that has changed little in the last 100 years.

Director:

Rory Kennedy

Stars:

Bascum Bowling, Clint Bowling, Edgar Bowling

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 4 wins & 2 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Bascum Bowling	...	Himself
Clint Bowling	...	Himself
Edgar Bowling	...	Himself
Iree Bowling	...	Herself
Samantha Bowling	...	Herself

Storyline

This film tells the tale of a close-knit Appalachian family that has changed little in the last 100 years.

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Plot Keywords:

appalachia | rural setting | poverty | hillbilly | dysfunctional family | 

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Genres:

Documentary

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

26 May 1999 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Kentucky, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Moxie Films LLC

Technical Specs

Runtime:

90 min

Color:

Color

User Reviews

Commentary

I thought it was a wonderful look in to the impoverished life of an eastern Kentucky family. Rory Kennedy does an exceptional job in showing the actual living conditions and routines of these folk on a daily basis. Many scenes in the film remind me of people I see every day in this area, as I live less than 100 miles from the area it was filmed. Many families in this area due to lack of employment and educational opportunities, live day to day as the "Bowling" family does in this film. Hopefully due to Ms. Kennedy's efforts in filming this the government can institute more help for the families of the eastern Kentucky, southwestern Virginia, and southern West Virginia families.