Movie

After the Axe (1981)

• August 20, 1981
• 56m

• Drama
• Documentary

Overview

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.

Director

Sturla Gunnarsson

Writers

Steve Lucas

Starring

Roger Mattiussi, James B. Douglas, Janine Manatis