Salesman (1969)

Plot

Albert and David Maysles capture the fierce competition among four door-to-door salesmen for the Mid-American Bible Company in this compelling documentary. Paul "The Badger" Brennan, Charles "The Gipper" McDevitt, James "The Rabbit" Baker, and Raymond "The Bull" Martos navigate the challenging landscape of small-town America. Struggling to sell ornate gold-leaf Bibles, they face indifference from lower-middle-class housewives and elderly couples. Their relentless pursuit of success reveals the harsh realities of their lives, highlighting both desperation and determination in the world of direct sales.