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Wednesday, May 19th, 2010The makers of the documentary CRUDE, The Real Price of Oil, 2009, have recently been issued a subpoena instigated by Chevron to obtain their more than 600 hours of footage from the filmmakers. The film depicts a complex, legal battle with all its participants over Chevron’s (recently merged with Texaco) actions in Ecuador. The film […]
Could you spare some Change?
Wednesday, March 4th, 2009I just returned from being a juror for the Big Muddy Film Festival. It was like a slice of heaven - being in a dark room for hours, watching films, one after another, then deliberating about them. I’d have to honestly admit that I’m a bit jealous of the other jurors’ backgrounds. I didn’t go […]
Great Films! But what about distribution?
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008I recently saw two fabulous gems of film, Slingshot Hip Hop and Waltz with Bashir. In both films there were times when I was mesmerized by the reality that unfolded on the screen. Both films deal with a struggle to comprehend the harsh reality of what has happened, as well as what continues […]
Polarization of the United States
Sunday, October 26th, 2008I’ve been driving across the United States screening the documentary Considering Democracy. Screenings were arranged, then I’ve been driving to them then do a Q&A session afterward. I figured it was the fastest way to get the film out. It has been a fantastic, odd, exhilarating and exhausting experience. There have […]
Back on the Road - Going on Week 5
Thursday, October 16th, 2008I’m back to driving, screening, driving, screening, driving… I had a break from driving for a few days, and now I’m heading toward the west coast. I’ve been in my car so much this past month that my left-seatbelt side collar bone is a little tender from having the seatbelt push against it for […]
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