Rude Awakening is a 1989 comedy film directed by David Greenwalt and Aaron Russo.
Theatrical release poster
Aaron Russo was an American entertainment businessman, film producer and director, and political activist. He was best known for producing movies including Trading Places, Wise Guys, and The Rose. Later in life, he created various libertarian-leaning political documentaries including Mad as Hell and America: Freedom to Fascism.
Russo promoting his film America: Freedom to Fascism
The Aaron Russo Gold Commemorative Memorial Piece.