Salesman
“The best seller and the world.”
Overview
This documentary from Albert and David Maysles follows the bitter rivalry of four door-to-door salesmen working for the Mid-American Bible Company: Paul "The Badger" Brennan, Charles "The Gipper" McDevitt, James "The Rabbit" Baker and Raymond "The Bull" Martos. Times are tough for this hard-living quartet, who spend their days traveling through small-town America, trying their best to peddle gold-leaf Bibles to an apathetic crowd of lower-middle-class housewives and elderly couples.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Salesman?
Salesman was directed by David MayslesAlbert MayslesCharlotte Zwerin.
What was the budget and revenue for Salesman?
The official budget was $105,000 and the movie went on to gross $0 worldwide.
Where was Salesman produced?
It was produced by companies including Maysles Films in United States of America.
Salesman Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Salesman wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.