Reedwood Presents "Why We Fight" movie FREE March 21, 2008

It is nowhere written that the American empire goes on forever.

During World War II, the U.S. government commissioned a series of propaganda films entitled 'Why We Fight.', filmmaker Eugene Jarecki turns that premise on its head, using the same title to take an incisive, unflinching look at the convention of warfare.

Using as his starting point Dwight D. Eisenhower's declaration that a responsible government "must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex," Jarecki charges that in the current political climate, the government's ambitions -- stated or otherwise -- in going to war are often starkly different from the best interests of its citizens.

This film is a part of an ongoing film series called "Friday Films with Friends". All films begin the 3rd Friday of the month @ 7pm in Reedwood's Sanctuary (2901 SE Steele Street Portland, OR).

Reedwood is located behind Reed college. Child care, popcorn, and drinks will be provided. If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Adam Carlson @ 503-516-0818

2008 Schedule

March 21st Why We Fight

April 18th The Conscientious Objector

An inspirational story of patriotism and faith, The Conscientious Objector is an award-winning documentary which tells the incredible true story of Desmond T. Doss, a World War II hero who never once touched a firearm. Desmond's story is a life-affirming account of a peaceful man whose religious beliefs spurred him to renounce all weapons, even on the most dangerous of missions. Still he miraculously saved countless lives on the front lines. A Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, Desmond T. Doss stands as a testament to the overwhelming potential found inside every one of us to do good.

May 16th No End in Sight

The first film of its kind to chronicle the reasons behind Iraq's descent into guerilla war, warlord rule, criminality and anarchy, 'No End in Sight' is a jaw-dropping, insider's tale of wholesale incompetence, recklessness and venality. Based on over 200 hours of footage, the film provides a candid retelling of the events following the fall of Baghdad in 2003.

June 20th Iraq for Sale

Join documentary filmmaker Robert Greenwald (Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price, Outfoxed) in assessing the damage done to average Americans when corporations decide to wage war.

July 18th The Corporation

In the mid-1800s, corporations began to be recognized as individuals by U.S. courts, granting them unprecedented rights. The Corporation delves into that legal standard, essentially asking: if corporations were people, what kind of people would they be?

August 15th Farmingville

A Documentary about a suburban community torn apart by illegal immigration. In 2000, a conflict erupted resulting in the deaths of two Mexican workers at the hands of white men.

September 19th Sicko

If you want to stay healthy in America, don't get sick. Michael Moore's new documentary sets out to investigate the American healthcare system. Moore sheds light on the complicated medical affairs of individuals and local communities. This might hurt a little.

October 17th Hacking Democracy

Hacking Democracy looks at the controversial topic of computer voting.

November 21st The Devil Came on Horseback

A former marine travels to Darfur, Sudan with the African Union peacekeeping force - and finds his life and perspective on the world forever changed.

All Films are FREE.

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