Startup.com (2001)

  • CategoryDocumentary
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Runtime1h 47m
  • DirectorChris Hegedus, Jehane Noujaim
  • IMDb Rating6.7
  • Year2001
  • Release dateJan 21, 2001
  • StarsKaleil Isaza Tuzman, Tom Herman, Kenneth Austin, Tricia Burke
Startup.com

Startup.com

Documentary

Friends since high school, 20-somethings Kaleil Isaza Tuzman and Tom Herman have an idea: a Web site for people to conduct business with municipal governments. This documentary tracks the rise and fall of govWorks.com from May of 1999 to December of 2000, and the trials the business brings to the relationship of these best friends. Kaleil raises the money, Tom's the technical chief. A third partner wants a buy out; girlfriends come and go; Tom's daughter needs attention. And always the need for cash and for improving the site. Venture capital comes in by the millions. Kaleil is on C-SPAN, CNN, and magazine covers. Will the business or the friendship crash first?

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Startup.com Synopsis

Startup.com (2001) holds a 6.7/10 audience rating on 1337x. This captivating Documentary film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Chris Hegedus and Jehane Noujaim, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Kaleil Isaza Tuzman, Tom Herman, Kenneth Austin, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 1h 47m. Friends since high school, 20-somethings Kaleil Isaza Tuzman and Tom Herman have an idea: a Web site for people to conduct business with municipal governments. This documentary tracks the rise and fal...