America on the Brink: The Collapse of the Middle Class

Facing a pandemic, an unprecedented economic and social crisis, the United States seems to be on the brink. We followed middle-class Americans who now find themselves on the poverty line. Marc and Selene, had to close their restaurant and are struggling to pay the rent when their young son breaks his arm. Now they have to find an additional $11,000 in order to have it treated. A few months ago, Steven was making $ 70,000 a year as a business executive. Today he lives with his wife in their car. But he refuses to give up his belief in capitalism and the American dream and is sure better days are coming. Meanwhile, Kirin faces deportation after losing her job as a cashier. This documentary was produced by Ligne de Front and directed by Kristell Bernaud & Matthieu Fauroux. It was first released in 2020. ----- What does the American Dream really look like today? Stateside Stories documents everyday life across America, through the eyes of journalists from around the world. A portrait of a nation as diverse as its people.