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Pub. Date
[2001]
Description
"Power comes at a stunning price, in this electrifying thriller that features riveting performances by an all-star cast. The vice president is dead, and as the president (Jeff Bridges) makes his choice for a replacement, a secret contest of wills is being waged by a formidable rival (Gary Oldman). When Senator Laine Hanson (Joan Allen) is nominated as the first woman in history to hold the office, hidden agendas explode into a battle for power." --...
Pub. Date
2022
Description
This film "examines America's response to one of the greatest humanitarian crises of the twentieth century. Americans consider themselves a 'nation of immigrants,' but as the catastrophe of the Holocaust unfolded in Europe, the United States proved unwilling to open its doors to more than a fraction of the hundreds of thousands of desperate people seeking refuge. Through riveting firsthand testimony of witnesses and survivors who as children endured...
3) Sicko
Pub. Date
[2007]
Description
Michael Moore interviews Americans who have been denied treatment by U.S. health care insurance companies, companies who sacrifice essential health services in order to maximize profits. Sheds light on how complicated it can become for communities and individuals, and the sacrifices they have made when they are denied health care coverage.
Author
Description
Michael Gallagher, a legitimate businessman, reads in the paper that he is the subject of a criminal investigation. He confronts the author Megan Carter, a relentless investigative reporter. Together they learn that the story was purposely leaked to Carter as part of a plot by the chief investigator.
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
This is the true story of Gary Hart, the former Colorado senator who quickly rose to the top of the pack as the number one contender for the 1987 Democratic presidential primary. Due to his charisma and drive, Hart connects well with the younger constituents, and both himself and his aides see this a clear and present path to victory. But allegations soon emerge of an extramarital affair, and Hart is forced to deal with the impact that these new allegations...
Pub. Date
c2012
Description
Ethos lifts the lid on a Pandora's Box of systemic issues that guarantee failure in every aspect of human lives, from the environment to democracy and even personal liberty. From conflicts of interest in politics to unregulated corporate power, to a military industrial complex that just about owns the government, the system cannot be changed until people know how it works. Ethos shows how to make meaningful and sustainable change.
Pub. Date
2006
Description
An Israeli settler, a Palestinian ex-prisoner, a bereaved Israeli mother, and a wounded Palestinian bereaved brother risk their safety and public standing to press for an end to the conflict.
"It isn't often that you see a film about Israelis and Palestinians that can be called hopeful, but Ronit Avni's assured, thoughtful and clear-eyed documentary certainly qualifies."--New York Times
"...fascinating documentary..."--LA Weekly
"...the most optimistic...
10) Sicko
Pub. Date
2007
Description
Michael Moore interviews Americans who have been denied treatment by U.S. health care insurance companies, companies who sacrifice essential health services in order to maximize profits. Sheds light on how complicated it can become for communities and individuals, and the sacrifices they have made when they are denied health care coverage.
11) 11/8/16
Pub. Date
2017
Description
Featuring footage captured by a carefully curated group of the some of America's finest documentary filmmakers, the film follows sixteen subjects spanning the country's geographic, socioeconomic, and political divides throughout the course of that history-altering day. As the evening wears on, and it becomes clear that the impossible was about to become reality, Trump supporters rejoice at their candidate's surprise victory as Hillary voters come...
12) Fahrenheit 11/9
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
"Filmmaker Michael Moore examines the current state of American politics, particularly the Donald Trump presidency and gun violence, while highlighting the power of grassroots democratic movements."--
Pub. Date
2007
Description
Examines America's reaction to humankind's first space satellite 50 years ago and how it brought us closer to nuclear annihilation. Americans feared that the rocket that had launched Sputnik could deliver a nuclear bomb to our shores. Near panic resulted. Using recently declassified footage, this film uncovers how President Eisenhower and Premier Khrushchev averted global disaster. Includes never-before-seen footage of the Sputnik launch, America's...
14) Fahrenheit 11/9
Pub. Date
2018
Description
A provocative and comedic portrait of Donald Trump as a bully, a liar, a racist, a hedonist, a father with a creepy closeness to his daughter Ivanka and a man who doesn2t even try to hide his baser instincts. The way that Michael Moore sees it, Trump runs his country like one of his corporations, like a dictatorship. Cross him and it2s firing time. He even compares Trump to Hitler, dubbing the President2s own words into the Fuhrer2s mouth.
15) The greater good
Pub. Date
[2011]
Description
"Exploring the cultural intersection where parenting meets modern medicine and individual rights collide with politics, this character driven documentary weaves together the stories of three families whose lives have been forever changed by vaccination. By reframing the vaccine debate ... [this films offers] the opportunity to have a rational and scientific discussion on how to create a safer and more effective vaccine program in America today"--Container....
16) Invisible voices
Pub. Date
c2010
Description
The feature program captures a compelling stage show, providing a window into the complex worlds of six individuals who have adapted to, and thrived with their disabilities. Listen to these 'invisible voices,' as they share their stories with courage, passion and humor. They know first hand what it means to be one of the 54 million Americans living with a serious disability today. Written by playwright Ping Chong as part of his 'Undesirable Elements'...