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American Dharma is a 2018 documentary directed by Errol Morris and built around extended interviews with Steve Bannon. The film examines Bannon's views on American politics, media, populism, and political strategy, while Morris questions him about his public career and influence. Its structure centers on the interaction between interviewer and subject rather than on a broad chronological biography. It is intended for viewers interested in political documentaries, contemporary media, and interview-based nonfiction film.
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What is American Dharma about?
American Dharma is a 2018 documentary built around an extended interview between filmmaker Errol Morris and political strategist Steve Bannon. Their conversation covers Bannon's politics, media work, worldview, and place in the rise of Donald Trump's 2016 campaign. [Criterion Channel](https://www.criterionchannel.com/american-dharma/videos/american-dharma)
Which parts of Steve Bannon's career does American Dharma discuss?
The film discusses Bannon's time as executive chairman of Breitbart News, chief executive of Trump's 2016 campaign, and White House strategist. It also asks how his political ideas connect with his interest in films and historical narratives. [American Dharma](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Dharma)
What does Dharma mean in American Dharma?
The title refers to Bannon's idea of dharma as a sense of duty, fate, or destiny guiding political action. Morris uses the term as a way to examine Bannon's belief that he is participating in a larger historical struggle. [Criterion Channel](https://www.criterionchannel.com/american-dharma/videos/american-dharma)
How long is American Dharma?
The documentary runs for about 1 hour and 36 minutes. Errol Morris keeps the format focused on a sustained conversation with Steve Bannon rather than using a conventional chronological biography. [Criterion Channel](https://www.criterionchannel.com/american-dharma/videos/american-dharma)
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