
Lost in America
Directed by Albert Brooks
Produced by Marty Katz Productions, Geffen Pictures
A sharp satirical road comedy that follows a yuppie couple's misguided attempt to escape their materialist lives, exposing the gap between romantic ideals and reality.
David and Linda Howard are successful yuppies from LA. When he gets a job disappointment, David convinces Linda that they should quit their jobs, liquidate their assets, and emulate the movie Easy Rider, spending the rest of their lives traveling around America...in a Winnebago.
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Questions people ask
Is Lost in America violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is Lost in America sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is Lost in America scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Does Lost in America end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is Lost in America easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like Lost in America
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Lost in America
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Lost in America, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Lost in America, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Lost in America, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
























































