Salesman

Name: Salesman
Released: 1969-04-17T00:00:00-05:00

G 1969 Documentary · 1h 30m

This documentary from Albert and David Maysles follows the bitter rivalry of four door-to-door salesmen working for the Mid-American Bible Company: Paul "The Badger" Brennan, Charles "The Gipper" McDevitt, James "The Rabbit" Baker and Raymond "The Bull" Martos. Times are tough for this hard-living quartet, who spend their days traveling through small-town America, trying their best to peddle gold-leaf Bibles to an apathetic crowd of lower-middle-class housewives and elderly couples.

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About Salesman

Directed by David Maysles, Salesman is a revealing documentary that shadows four door-to-door Bible salesmen employed by the Mid-American Bible Company. These salesmen, Paul The Badger Brennan, Charles The Gipper McDevitt, James The Rabbit Baker, and Raymond The Bull Martos, face an uphill battle as they travel through small-town America, striving to sell gold-leaf Bibles to a largely uninterested lower-middle-class audience. The film depicts their daily struggles, the camaraderie among them, and the economic realities they confront in their pursuit of sales and survival. The narrative unfolds as a poignant exploration of the American Dream in a changing era.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by David Maysles. The cast includes Paul Brennan, portraying Paul The Badger Brennan, a seasoned salesman grappling with dwindling sales. Charles McDevitt embodies Charles The Gipper McDevitt, whose charm and optimism are tested by the harsh realities of the job. James Baker is James The Rabbit Baker, a more reserved salesman struggling to find his footing. Raymond Martos plays Raymond The Bull Martos, known for his aggressive sales tactics. Melbourne I. Feltman appears as a sales manager. Margaret McCarron also appears in the film.

What people like about Salesman

Critics lauded Salesman for its cinma vrit style, allowing viewers an unvarnished glimpse into the lives of its subjects. The film's realism, coupled with its profound exploration of the human condition, earned it widespread acclaim. Many appreciated the film's non-judgmental approach, portraying the salesmen with empathy and understanding. Viewers praised the film for its compelling narrative and its ability to resonate with audiences on a deeply emotional level. It was praised for its honest depiction of working-class life and the struggles faced by ordinary Americans in pursuit of the American Dream.

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Movie Score

72%

Released

April 17, 1969

Director

David Maysles

Cast

Paul Brennan, Charles McDevitt, James Baker, Raymond Martos, Melbourne I. Feltman, Margaret McCarron

Genre

Documentary

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