What's the Matter with Kansas? (2009)

In 'What's the Matter with Kansas?' a politically active Kansas megachurch splinters, moves to an amusement park, and when that fails, a Best Western motel. Meanwhile, an idealistic farmer ... See full summary »

Director:

Joe Winston

Writer:

Thomas Frank (book)

Stars:

Alyssa Barden, Brittany Barden, Dawn Barden

Cast

Credited cast:
Alyssa Barden	...	Herself
Brittany Barden	...	Herself - Volunteer, Phill Kline Campaign
Dawn Barden	...	Herself
Matthew Barden	...	Himself
Nicholas Barden	...	Himself
Rob Barden	...	Himself - Volunteer, Phill Kline Campaign
Tiffany Barden	...	Herself
Brad Bennett	...	Himself - Pro-Life Activist
Cindie Bennett	...	Herself - Pro-Life Activist
Julie Burkhart	...	Herself - ProKanDo, Kansas Pro-Choice Advocacy Group
Angel Dillard	...	Herself - Pro-Life Activist
Katy Dillard	...	Herself - Angel & Rob's Daughter
Reagan Dillard	...	Herself - Angel & Rob's Daughter
Rob Dillard	...	Himself - Emergency Room Physician
Thomas Etheredge	...	Himself - Owner, WIld West World

Storyline

In 'What's the Matter with Kansas?' a politically active Kansas megachurch splinters, moves to an amusement park, and when that fails, a Best Western motel. Meanwhile, an idealistic farmer revives Kansas' progressive tradition, taking his message all the way to Washington, D.C.

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Taglines:

How conservatives won the heart of America.

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Genres:

Documentary

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Certificate:

Unrated

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

30 July 2010 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Kansas, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$250,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Ow Myeye Productions Inc.

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Soundtracks

Stand Up
Written by Angel Dillard
Arranged by Steve LaRue
Courtesy of Angel Dillard

User Reviews

Rally Round The Cause, Boys

WHAT'S THE MATTER WITH KANSAS ? clearly demonstrates how only voting, 'For' ,or 'Against', "Cultural Issues" (Abortion, Gay Rights, Gun Control, Immigration, etc), is a waste of a vote. Although voters are led to believe otherwise, in state elections these subjects are usually not even on the ballot, and by voting for candidates solely on the basis of their positions on these issues is ridiculous. However, it does allow that the social and economic issues which ARE of value to the electorate are then, NEVER addressed. Only in modern day America would a voter with No job security, No benefits, and No health insurance determine who gets his vote by wondering how the candidate stands on The Right To Life or The Death Tax. This film proves how Kansas got fooled, and I hope it's a Head's Up for the rest of America. And, I think that the film goes the extra mile to portray these religiously motivated(deluded?)individuals in the most favorable light. After the credits rolled, I only felt pity for these people.