We seek to make films that challenge the expectations and beliefs of the audience. These posts also reflect our philosophy of compassionate skepticism.
Quick Rants
Ben Cohn went on a 1,000 mile road trip from Estonia to Ukraine to deliver a donated truck. Share his journey and meet some of the heroes leading volunteer efforts in Ukraine at a live virtual event that includes a screen of Ben's short film and a discussion straights from the front lines.
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My Resist Fascism yard sign is on the way from Etsy. In the meantime, tough decisions for the weekend ahead. Should I attend the Indivisible rally in Bryant Park, or should I go to the Wood Memorial out at Aqueduct, a key prep face for the Derby on a home track. My pick: Sand Devil, currently at 8-1. Odds on US economy emerging without major damage from Trump: 50-1. Don't take that bet, it could be worse.
Long Rants
Israel's victory in the Six Day War was a triumph of soldiering and military technology. Israel still retains vast military superiority over its neighbors, and obviously over the Palestinians. There…
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In sundry ways, the West Bank isn’t Algeria. Still, Eshkol was mistaken, and Aron’s point holds true for Israel and the occupation. The “loss” of the occupied territories won’t be…
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Libraries vs. Big Streaming - an unfinished tale of copyright and disruption A desperate call appeared on the VideoLib listerv. "13th," a much-lauded social-issue documentary, nominated for an Oscar, could…
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The point is that it's treason. Does anyone actually believe that the Trump campaign specifically guided the Russian hackers into the Dem's servers? A quid pro quo maybe - you…
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It is good to know that there is someone out there fighting back against anti-competitive, monopolistic practices. The worst offenders are companies with a liberal, socially conscious image: Apple, Facebook,…
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