This Is America (1977)

4.9/10 97 min Documentary

Overview

Inspired by shock-documentaries like Mondo Cane, this film looks at the wilder side of life in America. Starting off with the bloodier side of the American car culture by showing a series of crashes at race events, the film then goes on to lesser-known sexual practices. Included among these is a porno movie award show, a nude beauty contest, a sex therapy session, and a detailed explanation of where dildos come from.

Cast

Anibal O. Lleras

Mercenary (uncredited)

Fanne Foxe

Self - Eros 75 award winner (uncredited)

Ulli Lommel

Narrator (voice) (uncredited)

Ron Jeremy

Self (uncredited)

Holly Woodlawn

Self (uncredited)

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Bodybuilder at Gold's Gym (uncredited)

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