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Democracy Now?
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From the overabundance of special interests in Washington, to
misrepresentative voting practices, our films for this month shine a
light on some of the cracks in our democratic foundation that need our
immediate attention.
On This DVD:
The Best Government Money Can Buy (76 min)
Murder, Spies and Voting Lies (68 min)
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Justice In America
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Filmmaker Robert Greenwald and Brave New Foundation are at the forefront of the fight to create a just America. This volume features some of their hard-hitting exposés and video campaigns that are revolutionizing traditional grassroots politics.
On This DVD:
Rethink Afghanistan (38 min)
Koch Brothers Exposed (24 min)
Cuéntame (14 min)
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Corporate Accountability
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The films on this volume reveal the true nature of corporations and lead us through the history of how they came to be so powerful. They also provide inspiring examples of how people, united, have been able to resist and ultimately overcome corporate greed and exploitation.
On This DVD:
The Corporation (145 min)
The Story of Citizens United v. FEC (9 min)
Overcoming the Odds (18 min)
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The Queen and I
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America and Iran, we are told, are enemies. Both countries fear violence at the hands of the ‘other’ and relations are strained. Yet what do Americans really know about this much-feared nation? Ironweed believes that learning more about the people of other countries is one of the keys to lasting peace, and in this hope we offer two excellent documentaries which give us a glimpse of Iran through human stories.
On This DVD:
The Queen and I (90 min)
Cyanosis (30 min)
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Red State Road Trip
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Many believe that voting is the foundation of any true democracy, but bitter controversy surrounds our last two presidential elections, the voting public seems more divided than ever, and our trust in politicians has almost disappeared. This volume presents a quintet of upbeat, entertaining and challenging films that examine what Americans want, why we vote, and what we should demand of our leaders.
On This DVD:
Red State Road Trip (60 min)
Considering Democracy: 8 Things to Ask Your Representative (58 min)
A Brief History of Voting (4 min)
Choose to Choose (11 min)
Long Division--The Next Big Threat to Democracy (7 min)
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9/11 Press For Truth / Hijacking Catastrophe
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This volume offers two startling feature films that shed light into the dark shadows of this national tragedy. Hijacking Catastrophe: 9/11, Fear & the Selling of American Empire and 9/11 Press For Truth reveal the hidden agendas and tragic mistakes surrounding the world-changing events of 9/11.
On This DVD:
Hijacking Catastrophe: 9/11, Fear and the Selling of American Empire (64 min)
9/11 Press for Truth (85 min)
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Waiting to Inhale
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Once renowned for high quality, the U.S. health care system has taken a startling nose dive in recent times. Rising costs, new technologies, government constraints and profiteering have all contributed to its demise, but a simple return to compassionate care is part of the solution.
On This DVD:
Waiting to Inhale: Marijuana, Medicine and the Law (74 min)
Health, Money and Fear (47 min)
Collateral Damage: Bad Medicine in Tennessee (24 min)
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Democracy Meltdown
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In this crucially important election year, democracy itself may be at stake. With an electoral college that does not reflect the popular will, elections decided by a conservative Supreme Court, and vulnerable electronic voting systems, these films speak out on what it takes to save a fading democracy.
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War Made Easy
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Films Included: War Made Easy: This chilling film based on a best-selling book exposes how multiple political administrations market war to the media and general public. The Bases Are Loaded: Learn the truth about permanent military bases in Iraq. Flight: Aviation transforms from innocent dream to darker consequences.
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Grassroots Democracy
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Films Included: Can Mr. Smith Get to Washington Anymore?: Follow an undaunted young candidate who runs for Congress against a powerful political dynasty. Granny D Goes to Washington: An 89 year old woman walks across the entire continental U.S. to bring attention to campaign finance reform. Clean Elections, Changing the Face of America: Can a candidate without big donors succeed?
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Sir! No Sir!
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Member Price: $19.95
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Films Included: Sir! No Sir!: The GI antiwar movement's tale of risk and defiance, told through never-before-seen archival material. Preacher with an Unknown God: A subversive performance art group brings anti-consumption to hapless consumers. Night Visions: One soldier processes his emotions before, during, and after his U.S. military service.
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Street Fight
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Films Included: Street Fight: This Oscar-nominated documentary chronicles the '02 bare-knuckle mayoral race in Newark, New Jersey. No Umbrella: Election Day in the City: An unblinking look at election day failures in one of Ohio's poorest neighborhoods. Battleground Minnesota: Activist Shakademic teaches political notables to lay down some funky beats in the name of young voter education.
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