A documentary about the closure of General Motors' plant at Flint, Michigan, which resulted in the loss of 30,000 jobs. Details the attempts of filmmaker Michael Moore to get an interview with GM CEO Roger Smith.
Michael Moore's debut documentary chronicles the devastating impact of General Motors' plant closures in his hometown of Flint, Michigan, during the 1980s. Moore humorously and poignantly confronts GM's CEO Roger Smith, contrasting the opulent corporate world with the struggles of displaced workers. The film captures the community's fight for survival and Moore's often-absurdist attempts to get an answer from Smith about the layoffs.
Roger & Me was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its unique blend of humor, anger, and heartfelt storytelling. It brought national attention to the plight of American industrial towns and is considered a landmark in documentary filmmaking, sparking debate about corporate responsibility and the human cost of economic policy.
Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's raw honesty and Michael Moore's courageous, albeit unconventional, approach to tackling a significant social issue. Many appreciated its emotional impact and ability to provoke thought and discussion about the effects of deindustrialization.
Won multiple awards including the National Board of Review Award for Best Documentary and the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Non-Fiction Film. Nominated for numerous other critics' awards.
During the filming, Michael Moore was fired from his job at General Motors in 1960 for writing an article in the Flint Auto Worker newspaper that criticized GM's management.
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