The Automat

Year: 2021

Runtime: 79 mins

Language: English

Director: Lisa Hurwitz

HistoryDocumentary

This documentary explores the history of Horn & Hardart, a beloved restaurant chain that once inspired the concept of Starbucks. Through the recollections of former patrons, the film chronicles the rise of the iconic eatery, where generations of Americans shared meals and coffee at communal tables. It examines the chain's remarkable success and its eventual struggle to adapt to the changing landscape of American dining and the rise of fast food.

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