America's Heart & Soul (2004)

Filmmaker Louis Schwartzberg hits the road to capture America's people and its natural beauty.

Director:

Louie Schwartzberg

Stars:

George Woodard, Charles Jimmie Sr., The Vasquez Brothers

1 win & 1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
George Woodard	...	Dairy Farmer, Waterbury, Vermont
Charles Jimmie Sr.	...	Tlingit Indian Elder, Klukwan, Alaska
The Vasquez Brothers	...	Salsa Dancers, Los Angeles, California
Frank Pino	...	Rock Band, Waltham, Massachusetts
David Pino	...	Rock Band, Waltham, Massachusetts
John 'Yac' Yacobellis	...	Bike Messenger, New York, New York
Patty Wagstaff	...	Acrobatic Flyer, St. Augustine, Florida
Paul Stone	...	Explosive Art, Creede, Colorado
Ed Holt	...	Wine Grower, Santa Maria, California
Weirton Steelworkers	...	Themselves, Weirton, West Virginia
Cecil Williams	...	Himself - Glide Church, San Francisco, California (as Rev. Cecil Williams)
Janice Miriktani	...	Executive Director, Glide Church, San Francisco, California
David Krakauer	...	Klezmer Clarinetist, New York, New York
James Andrews	...	Jazz Musician, New Orleans, Louisiana
Trombone Shorty	...	Jazz Musician, New Orleans, Louisiana

Storyline

America is a vast country--three thousand miles from end to end. But it's not the land that makes America so special--it's the people. Filmmaker Louis Schwartzberg packed-up his camera and hit the road, with a goal of capturing both the unparalleled beauty of the land and the incomparable spirit of the people. He connects with people, capturing their values, dreams, and passion in a journey that reveals the stories--unusual, captivating, inspiring and emotional--that make Americans into something more than a collection of individuals. It's a celebration of a nation told through the voices of its people.

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Plot Keywords:

usa | rock climbing | hispanic | blind | weaving | 

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Genres:

Documentary

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for mild thematic elements.

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

2 July 2004 (USA)

Also Known As:

Сердце и душа Америки

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$134,939, 4 July 2004

Gross USA:

$314,402

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$314,402

Company Credits

Production Co:

Blacklight Films, Walt Disney Pictures

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

DTS Dolby Digital Dolby SR SDDS

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Features Farther Than the Eye Can See (2003)

User Reviews

Finally! A Postitive Reflection of America!

Thank you Louis Shwartzberg! Finally, in a time where America is so divided, you have created a masterpiece that focuses on the beauty of America and why it's so GREAT! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

And a BIG THANK YOU to Disney for releasing it! This movie has been a breathe of fresh air!

America's Heart & Soul is a "MUST SEE" summer film for you and your family. This inspiring film will take you on an incredible journey through America's heartland. You will meet some ordinary and extraordinary people along the way.

This film is guaranteed to touch your heart!