American Character

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  • TV-MA
  • 2010
  • 1 Season
  • 7.4  (130,228)

American Character is a dramatic documentary that takes the audience behind the scenes into the lives of 3 very different Americans. First, there is Larry - a district court judge. Following him from his judges' quarters to his elegant home in New Jersey, the film captures the different aspects of his conflicted lifestyle. Next is Henry, a 16 year old high school football quarterback. The show documents his daily workouts, his change in physique, and the social consequences of being a Mormon in a school of mostly Christians. Finally, the film closes by interviewing a 6 year old girl named Lilly, asking her how she views the American experience.

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Special: Highway 50
1. Special: Highway 50
January 18, 2010
Special hosted by Tom Brokaw.
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American Character is a dramatic documentary that takes the audience behind the scenes into the lives of 3 very different Americans. First, there is Larry - a district court judge. Following him from his judges' quarters to his elegant home in New Jersey, the film captures the different aspects of his conflicted lifestyle.

Next is Henry, a 16 year old high school football quarterback. The show documents his daily workouts, his change in physique, and the social consequences of being a Mormon in a school of mostly Christians. Finally, the film closes by interviewing a 6 year old girl named Lilly, asking her how she views the American experience.

  • Premiere Date
    January 18, 2010
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (130,228)