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After the Axe (1981)
Director: Sturla Gunnarsson
Cast: Roger Mattiussi, James B. Douglas, Janine Manatis, Anne Christison
Runtime56 min
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This full-length drama depicts the reality of managers getting fired and the emergence of a new industry specialized in handling executive terminations. The film was made with the cooperation of the business community, which helped script some of the scenes and provided authentic locations. The central figure, D.R. "Biff" Wilson, 44, is a composite figure based on extensive conversations with fired executives.
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After the Axe is a critically acclaimed 1981 drama documentary directed by Sturla Gunnarsson that depicts the reality of managers getting fired and the emergence of a specialized industry handling executive terminations. The film was made with the cooperation of the business community and features a composite central figure based on extensive conversations with fired executives.
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Directed by Sturla Gunnarsson in 1981, After the Axe offers a compelling, realistic drama that explores the human impact of executive terminations, providing an authentic inside look at the emerging industry that handles these difficult situations with cooperation from the business community.
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After the Axe is a 1982 Canadian drama film about executive firings directed by Sturla Gunnarsson.
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