Jun 27, 1986
81 min
Full-HD

… And the Pursuit of Happiness (1986)

In 1986, Louis Malle examines the immigrant experience in America by interviewing newcomers from various professions nationwide, highlighting their struggles in a multicultural society.

Category

Documentary

Country

United States of America

Companies

Pretty Mouse Films

Louis Malle

Narrator (voice)

Derek Walcott

Self

José R. Somoza

Self

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