The Big One
Protecting the Earth from the scum of corporate America.
1997 • 91 min • Documentary
Synopsis
The Big One is an investigative documentary from director Michael Moore who goes around the country asking why big American corporations produce their product abroad where labor is cheaper while so many Americans are unemployed, losing their jobs, and would happily be hired by such companies as Nike.
Our family guide
Best from age 13- 67 Audience · 88 · 100%
Michael Moore investigates why American companies are sending jobs overseas, despite high unemployment at home. He travels the country, interviewing executives, workers, and everyday people about the economic impact of globalization.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 3/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 1/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 0/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Discussions about job loss and economic hardship
- Mild thematic elements related to social injustice
What it models well
- Economic justice and fairness
- Advocacy for American workers
- Questioning corporate responsibility
Talk about it after
- The challenges of a changing global economy
- The impact of corporate decisions on local communities
- Different perspectives on creating jobs and wealth
Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for The Big One. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.
Top billed cast
Director: Michael Moore • Crew: Michael Moore, Michael Moore
Michael Moore
Self
- J
Jim Czarnecki
Self
- E
Elaine Bly
Self - Random House Media Escort
- B
Brian Danitz
Self
- R
Richard Jewell
Self - Innocent Guy
Bill Clinton
Self (archive footage)
Jerry Springer
Self (archive footage)
- D
Dan Burns
Himself - Radio Personality
- C
Chip Carter
Himself - Forbes Campaign
- J
Joel Feick
Himself - Radio Commentator
Trailers & clips
"The Big One" by Michael Moore - Incipit [SUB ITA]
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