Curse of the Starving Class

1994 | 102 minutes | 4.1 ★ (6)

Curse of the Starving Class
  • Overview

    Curse of the Starving Class is a play by Sam Shepard, considered the first of a series on family tragedies. Drama about a dirt-poor 1950's-era farm family. Dad's a foul talking drunk and Mom is desperately trying to save what's left of their family life.

  • Release Date

    13 September 1994

  • DirectingJ. Michael McClary
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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