The Federal Reserve Explained in 7 Minutes
How to view: Free on Youtube
Director/Producer: Belligerent Politics
Produced | Country: USA
Run Time: 7 min | Language: English
Synopsis: Description of how, why, and by whom the Federal Reserve ("Fed") was established, highlights the fact that the Fed is NOT affiliated with the government and is a private organization. Goes into detail about the shady relationship between the Fed and some politicians.
Opinion:
Brilliant and clear description of how the Federal Reserve works, and why that is a problem. Highly recommend watching - worth 7 minutes.
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Breaking Inequality
Breaking Inequality (2013)
How to view: Free on Youtube
Director/Producer: Belligerent Politics
Produced | Country: USA
Run Time: 30 min | Language: English
Synopsis: Breaking Inequality is a documentary film about the corruption between Washington and Wall Street that has resulted in the largest inequality gap in the history of America. It exposes the truth behind the single event that occurred back in the early 70's that set us off on this perilous journey that we are currently on.
Breaking Inequality exposes the truth behind the root of the problem and it provides a solution to help end it. Our goal is to make enough Americans aware of the current system that is robbing them of their future, so that we can change the system all together. We have to change our destiny or the middle class will cease to exist in the United States of America.
Recommendation: I watched the first half, which was pretty well done and provides solutions to the widening gap in wealth.
How to view: Free on Youtube
Director/Producer: Belligerent Politics
Produced | Country: USA
Run Time: 30 min | Language: English
Synopsis: Breaking Inequality is a documentary film about the corruption between Washington and Wall Street that has resulted in the largest inequality gap in the history of America. It exposes the truth behind the single event that occurred back in the early 70's that set us off on this perilous journey that we are currently on.
Breaking Inequality exposes the truth behind the root of the problem and it provides a solution to help end it. Our goal is to make enough Americans aware of the current system that is robbing them of their future, so that we can change the system all together. We have to change our destiny or the middle class will cease to exist in the United States of America.
Recommendation: I watched the first half, which was pretty well done and provides solutions to the widening gap in wealth.
Inequality For All
Inequality For All (2013)
How to view: Rent from Amazon starting at $3.99, Netflix DVD service available (no streaming)
Director: Jacob Kornbluth | Producer: Jen Chaiken, Sebastian Dungan
Produced | Country: USA
Run Time: 1.5 hrs | Language: English
Synopsis: Former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich makes an eloquent and impassioned argument about how the devastating effects of America's widening income inequality not only threaten the middle class but also the very foundation of democracy itself (from Amazon).
Opinion: Robert Reich's language is easy to follow and eye-opening. Highly recommend, worth the watch.
How to view: Rent from Amazon starting at $3.99, Netflix DVD service available (no streaming)
Director: Jacob Kornbluth | Producer: Jen Chaiken, Sebastian Dungan
Produced | Country: USA
Run Time: 1.5 hrs | Language: English
Synopsis: Former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich makes an eloquent and impassioned argument about how the devastating effects of America's widening income inequality not only threaten the middle class but also the very foundation of democracy itself (from Amazon).
Opinion: Robert Reich's language is easy to follow and eye-opening. Highly recommend, worth the watch.
Monday, September 28, 2015
Climate Refugees
Climate Refugees (2010)
Viewer (optional): Brian Rawson
Trailer (3 mins) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28MH3jZlucc
How to view: Stream full movie online at http://www.snagfilms.com/films/title/climate_refugees
Synopsis: From webpage: CLIMATE REFUGEES uncovers the unbelievable plight of people around the world displaced by climatically induced environmental disasters. The documentary illuminates for the first time the human face of climate change as civilization now finds itself facing the confluence of overpopulation, lack of resources and a changing climate. Traveling the world and interviewing several of the 25 million climate refugees now on the run, along with scholars, politicians and the like, CLIMATE REFUGEES brings to light the heart-wrenching truth of what is quickly becoming mankind?s greatest challenge.
Produced in USA, 2010
Run time: 1 hour 24 minutes
Languge: English
Recommendation/Opinion: I have not watched the whole film. Based on trailer, it seems on topic and compelling.
Viewer (optional): Brian Rawson
Trailer (3 mins) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28MH3jZlucc
How to view: Stream full movie online at http://www.snagfilms.com/films/title/climate_refugees
Synopsis: From webpage: CLIMATE REFUGEES uncovers the unbelievable plight of people around the world displaced by climatically induced environmental disasters. The documentary illuminates for the first time the human face of climate change as civilization now finds itself facing the confluence of overpopulation, lack of resources and a changing climate. Traveling the world and interviewing several of the 25 million climate refugees now on the run, along with scholars, politicians and the like, CLIMATE REFUGEES brings to light the heart-wrenching truth of what is quickly becoming mankind?s greatest challenge.
Produced in USA, 2010
Run time: 1 hour 24 minutes
Languge: English
Recommendation/Opinion: I have not watched the whole film. Based on trailer, it seems on topic and compelling.
Monday, September 21, 2015
Sisters on the Planet
Sisters on the Planet
Viewer (optional): Brian Rawson
Synopsis and recommendation: These short films profile women who are confronting the impacts of climate change and leading community efforts to build resilience. They are unique in providing a vivid, honest and intimate look at the lives of the women featured. However, they do not provide framing or analysis of the issue, so you must be prepared to provide that and facilitate audience discussion.
How to view: Click below for a film profiling each Sister
Sahena (Bangladesh) (7 minutes) - young mom becomes a community leader in building resilience to floods
Sharon (US, Mississippi) (7 minutes) - After Hurricane Katrina, a hairstylist from Biloxi becomes a community leader in demanding government representation for those most affected.
Martina (Uganda) (8 minutes) - A mother must walk further from home to gather firewood for income and tree nuts for food
OTHER RESOURCES:
- Search the internet for more Oxfam films in the "Sisters on the Planet" series
- More background information on these women, their lives, and Oxfam's work in their communities is available in this info packet (skip the first few pages of campaign messaging from 2008)
Viewer (optional): Brian Rawson
Synopsis and recommendation: These short films profile women who are confronting the impacts of climate change and leading community efforts to build resilience. They are unique in providing a vivid, honest and intimate look at the lives of the women featured. However, they do not provide framing or analysis of the issue, so you must be prepared to provide that and facilitate audience discussion.
How to view: Click below for a film profiling each Sister
Sahena (Bangladesh) (7 minutes) - young mom becomes a community leader in building resilience to floods
Sharon (US, Mississippi) (7 minutes) - After Hurricane Katrina, a hairstylist from Biloxi becomes a community leader in demanding government representation for those most affected.
Martina (Uganda) (8 minutes) - A mother must walk further from home to gather firewood for income and tree nuts for food
OTHER RESOURCES:
- Search the internet for more Oxfam films in the "Sisters on the Planet" series
- More background information on these women, their lives, and Oxfam's work in their communities is available in this info packet (skip the first few pages of campaign messaging from 2008)
Hardest hit: Survival strategies from the frontlines of climate change
Hardest hit: Survival strategies from the frontlines of climate change
Viewer (optional): Brian Rawson
How to view: Request a free DVD from Oxfam America (while supplies last)
Or click here for the films online:
Global Crisis (10 minutes) - overview of climate change effects on people
US Gulf Coast (6 minutes) - Hurricane Katrina and building back stronger
El Salvador (6 minutes) - Safer source of drinking water to endure hurricanes
Ethiopia (6 minutes) - Innovative early warning system based on interviewing women in the community
Vietnam (6 minutes) - Farming families adapting to climate change
Director: Alan Grazioso. Narrated by Majora Carter
Produced in the US. Countries featured: Ethiopia, El Salvador, Vietnam, US (Gulf Coast)
Run Time: 34 minutes to show all segments
Language: English
Year: 2009
Synopsis:
Recommendation: This is an excellent choice for events focused on climate resilience.
Viewer (optional): Brian Rawson
How to view: Request a free DVD from Oxfam America (while supplies last)
Or click here for the films online:
Global Crisis (10 minutes) - overview of climate change effects on people
US Gulf Coast (6 minutes) - Hurricane Katrina and building back stronger
El Salvador (6 minutes) - Safer source of drinking water to endure hurricanes
Ethiopia (6 minutes) - Innovative early warning system based on interviewing women in the community
Vietnam (6 minutes) - Farming families adapting to climate change
Director: Alan Grazioso. Narrated by Majora Carter
Produced in the US. Countries featured: Ethiopia, El Salvador, Vietnam, US (Gulf Coast)
Run Time: 34 minutes to show all segments
Language: English
Year: 2009
Synopsis:
Recommendation: This is an excellent choice for events focused on climate resilience.
DIRT! the movie
Viewer (optional): Brian Rawson posted this, but hasn't viewed it yet
How to view:
- Purchase the DVD from the website http://www.dirtthemovie.org/ Just the DVD is $19; a kit for hosting free community screenings is $40.
- Purchase it online at https://gumroad.com/benpro. Streaming version is $3, and downloadable is $10.
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Produced | Country: USA
Run Time: | Language: English
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DIRT! The Movie–narrated by Jamie Lee Curtis–brings to life the environmental, economic, social and political impact that the soil has. It shares the stories of experts from all over the world who study and are able to harness the beauty and power of a respectful and mutually beneficial relationship with soil.DIRT! The Movie is a call to action.
Visit http://www.dirtthemovie.org/
Viewer (optional): Brian Rawson posted this, but hasn't viewed it yet
How to view:
- Purchase the DVD from the website http://www.dirtthemovie.org/ Just the DVD is $19; a kit for hosting free community screenings is $40.
- Purchase it online at https://gumroad.com/benpro. Streaming version is $3, and downloadable is $10.
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