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David McCourt's Film Explores the American Dream's Future

3/14/2026

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David McCourt, an Irish American documentary producer, discussed his upcoming PBS film Amerigo: The Search for the American Dream at SXSW.
The film explores Americans' views on the Dream, focusing on work, opportunity, and community, with optimism and concern.
McCourt launched America-Dreams.com to invite Americans to share hopes for the future, aligning with the U.S. 250th anniversary.
The film premieres on PBS in June.

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David McCourt, an Irish American documentary producer, discussed his upcoming PBS film Amerigo: The Search for the American Dream at SXSW.
The film explores Americans' views on the Dream, focusing on work, opportunity, and community, with optimism and concern.
McCourt launched America-Dreams.com to invite Americans to share hopes for the future, aligning with the U.S. 250th anniversary.
The film premieres on PBS in June.