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Roger & Me Limited Release in NYC and LA - December 20, 1989

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On this day, December 20, 1989, Michael Moore’s groundbreaking documentary Roger & Me had its limited release in New York City and Los Angeles.

The film, Moore’s directorial debut, examines the economic fallout in Flint, Michigan, after General Motors closed several plants, resulting in massive job losses. Combining sharp humor and poignant social commentary, Moore chronicles his attempts to confront then-GM CEO Roger Smith about the devastating impact of these closures.

Roger & Me received widespread acclaim for its innovative style and bold critique of corporate greed, becoming a landmark in documentary filmmaking. It later enjoyed a wider release in early 1990 and remains one of Moore’s most influential works.

Have you seen Roger & Me?
 
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