Il tema centrale del film è la riproduzione e la sopravvivenza del passato. A partire dal ricco materiale di repertorio storico degli anni ’70 sulle lotte operaie alla Fiat chiuse con la Marcia dei Quarantamila dell’ottobre 1980 (con estratti da film di Antonello Branca e Pietro Perotti),…
Concerns about genetic research. Is it becoming dangerously commercial? How far does our knowledge go? A balanced look at the degree to which science can alter our genetic makeup. There is a danger that simplistic thinking could assume that there is a gene for something like homosexuality, whereas…
The conversion of a terraced building in Wales into an environmentally friendly and energy self-sufficient building. Charts the conversion of a terraced building in the Welsh Valleys into an environmentally friendly and energy self-sufficient building. This goes quite deeply, though in layman's…
Four Blood Moons explores the supernatural connection of certain celestial events to biblical prophecy, the future of Israel, God’s chosen people and to the nations of the world. From the genesis of time God has controlled the sun, the moon, and the stars to send every generation a divine signal…
Experience the lives and surroundings of a few São Paulo punks, the fierce Brazilian birthplace of this global culture of dissent. As a working class movement that started under the violent grip of Brazilian dictatorship, punk brought a cathartic expression more akin to urban realities, and a…
Inspired by the book "Born to Run," ten distance runners from around the world attempt to chase down the fastest animal in North America and—through efforts both moving and humorous—prove that running was the first real human weapon and the key to our species' survival.
Small farmer battles multi-national giant. Imagine that a storm blows across your garden and that now, genetically-manipulated seeds are in your crops. A multi-national corporation pays you a visit, and demands that you surrender your crops - and then sues you for $200 000 for the illegal use of patented,…
A clear explanation of the benefits of co-operative games. Any group leader can use these co-operative games with his or her group and get a positive response. But besides being fun, they are designed to teach or reinforce basic skills in maths, English, environmental awareness, teamwork, creative…
Norway tries another approach to prisoners who have committed violent crimes. Bastoey Island is the centre piece of Norway's radical crime policy. Half the inmates here have committed violent crimes. But instead of being locked up, they help manage the island as a nature reserve. "We use…
Moving exhibition of footwear of soldiers killed in Iraq. Film by the American Friends Service Committee (Quakers) about the touring exhibition of empty boots & shoes which has opened eyes and stirred emotions. Why? Because this footwear was actually worn by U.S. soldiers who have died in the…
The trials of Mary Kelly, peace protester. The mis-trials of Mary Kelly. In January 2003 the American build-up for the attack on Iraq was intensifying daily. Shannon Airport had become a refuelling stopover for the war. Mary Kelly, newly returned from hair-raising experiences as a volunteer nurse…
Another view of the recruiting practices of the US military. "Before You Enlist!" provides a rational voice to counter the seductive and often deceptive recruiting practices of the U.S. military. The message is not "Don't enlist" but rather to provide young people and their…
