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The Work in Progress

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The Work in Progress is a searching portrait of America at a moment of profound uncertainty, and a hopeful exploration of what we owe one another as our country faces unprecedented challenges. Inspired by Robert Reich's curiosity and humanity, it is a testament to the power of listening, civic engagement, and the belief that our shared future is still ours to shape. The film begins with Prof. Reich asking: "What do we owe each other?" What follows is a journey to find out.

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Avi Offer NYC Movie Guru Sep 4, 2026
Finding a safe space to have a discussion and debate while listening to different points of view isn't an easy task these days, so that makes The Work in Progress all the more essential, refreshing and nourishing for the heart, mind and soul. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Eric Sep 9, 2026 Honest talk, no trashing or bashing the other side. See more Christine Sep 5, 2026 It made me think about how I would have answered the questions that are asked in the casual interviews. See more Read all reviews
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Ian Cheney

Director

Robert Reich

Self

Meredith DeSalazar

Producer

Elliot Kirschner

Producer

Heather Kinlaw Lofthouse

Producer

Robert Reich

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Synopsis The Work in Progress is a searching portrait of America at a moment of profound uncertainty, and a hopeful exploration of what we owe one another as our country faces unprecedented challenges. Inspired by Robert Reich's curiosity and humanity, it is a testament to the power of listening, civic engagement, and the belief that our shared future is still ours to shape. The film begins with Prof. Reich asking: "What do we owe each other?" What follows is a journey to find out.
Director
Ian Cheney
Producer
Meredith DeSalazar, Elliot Kirschner, Heather Kinlaw Lofthouse
Distributor
Abramorama
Production Co
Wicked Delicate Films, CoffeeKlatch Productions, Inequality Media Civic Action
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 4, 2026, Limited
Runtime
1h 30m
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