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The Automat (2021)

2021-09-02 · 1h 19m · EN
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The 100-year story of the iconic restaurant chain Horn & Hardart, the inspiration for Starbucks, where generations of Americans ate and drank coffee together at communal tables. From the perspective of former customers, we watch a business climb to its peak success and then grapple with fast food in a forever changed America.

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Michael LevineWriterLisa HurwitzDirector

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Ruth Bader GinsburgRuth Bader GinsburgSelfMel BrooksMel BrooksSelfColin PowellColin PowellSelfCarl ReinerCarl ReinerSelfElliott GouldElliott GouldSelfWilson GoodeWilson GoodeSelfHoward SchultzHoward SchultzSelf

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What is The Automat about?

The 100-year story of the iconic restaurant chain Horn & Hardart, the inspiration for Starbucks, where generations of Americans ate and drank coffee together at communal tables. From the perspective of former customers, we watch a business climb to its peak success and then grapple with fast food in a forever changed America.

How long is The Automat?

The Automat has a runtime of 79 minutes.

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