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American Swing
2009 81 min United States of America 18+
★6.4
Documentary
Director: Jon Hart, Mathew Kaufman
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Description
Chronicles the rise and fall of 1970s New York City nightclub Plato's Retreat.
US Gross:
$30,156
Starring
Bryce Britton
Actor
Irwin Corey
Actor
William Davidson
Actor
Key opinion
American Swing provides a nostalgic look back at the hedonistic peak of Plato's Retreat during the 1970s and 80s through archival footage. However, critics suggest the documentary fails to provide deep cultural analysis, opting for a surface-level recounting of the club's history rather than exploring the complexities of its social environment.
| Production | The documentary effectively utilizes archival video and photography to reconstruct the atmosphere of the era and the history of Plato's Retreat. | |
| Theme | The narrative remains largely superficial, relying on basic participant anecdotes and biographical details rather than meaningful investigation. | |
| Screenplay | The film focuses narrowly on the club's founder and basic lifestyle details, failing to address critical issues such as gender dynamics, consent, and conflict within the venue. |