The Great American Hobo

1980 | 30 minutes | 0.0 ★ (0)

The Great American Hobo
  • Overview

    The Great American Hobo produced in 1980 features the music of Supertramp's "Take the Long Way Home" documenting the men and women who rode freight trains. Shot in 14 states and culminates with the Hobo Convention in Britt Iowa. Premiered the Independent Eye series for PBS in 1980.

  • Release Date

    04 July 1980

  • DirectingBobb Hopkins
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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