American Studies
THE GAME OF CHANGEAmerican Studies American History African-American Studies Urban Studies 2008
When the Loyola basketball team started four African-American players in 1963 they were suddenly thrust into the national spotlight. The Game of Change reaches far beyond sports, demonstrating this particular event's significance in the battle for race equality in a largely segregated country.
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THE ORDER OF MYTHSAfrican-American Studies American Studies American History Sociology 2008 Directed by Women
The first Mardi Gras in America was celebrated in Mobile, Alabama in 1703. In 2008, it is still racially segregated. A fascinating investigation into our nation's history and traditions, this acclaimed, award-winning documentary illuminates the complexities of race relations in 21st century America.
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THE BATTLE OF LOCAL 5668American Studies Media Studies Labor Studies 2008
How a small labor dispute at the Ravenswood Aluminum Plant in Ravenswood, West Virginia erupted into a national boycott and media campaign that changed the way unions deal with management.
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THE UNFORESEENEnvironmental Studies Architecture American Studies Cinema Studies Economics Urban Studies Political Science 2008 Directed by Women
An urgent, beautifully crafted examination of urban sprawl and its impact on the environment, The Unforeseen is a critically-acclaimed, award-winning documentary from director Laura Dunn and executive producers Terrence Malick and Robert Redford.
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GIMME GREENEnvironmental Studies American Studies Health Sociology 2008
A social history of one of our most recognizable national symbols - the residential lawn. Humorous, but thought-provoking, Gimme Green considers the impact of this uniquely American obsession on the environment, our health, and our way of life.
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LADIES OF THE LANDBusiness American Studies Economics Environmental Studies Health Labor Studies Women's Studies 2008 Directed by Women
As small farms continue to disappear at an alarming rate, a growing number of women are venturing into this tradition-bound, male-dominated industry - and revitalizing it from within. Ladies of the Land explores the recent emergence of the woman farmer and its connection to the boom in organic agriculture.
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FRONTRUNNERSPolitical Science New York City Education American Studies Sociology Media Studies 2008 Directed by Women
It's hard to run for office - even in high school. Frontrunners follows the recent elections at the ultra-competitive Stuyvesant High School in New York City, and explores how politics works at its most nascent level.
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NEVER PERFECT2008 Women's Studies Sociology Psychology & Psychiatry Media Studies Health Asian-American Studies Asian Studies Anthropology American Studies Directed by Women
How are ideals of beauty influenced by race, history, and geopolitics? And how are these ideals reinforced in ethnic communities? With a rich selection of film clips and archival footage, Never Perfect examines the dramatic rise in popularity of cosmetic surgery among Asian-American women.
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MISS NAVAJOWomen's Studies Native American Studies Cultural Studies Anthropology American Studies 2008
For most of us, pageants conjure up smiling beauty-queen hopefuls parading around in bathing suits or glittery gowns. But most of us have never witnessed the Miss Navajo Nation competition - a unique pageant established in 1952 to celebrate women and tradition in Navajo culture.
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BEYOND CONVICTIONWomen's Studies Peace & Conflict Criminal & Law American Studies African-American Studies 2007 Directed by Women
An eye-opening look at a pioneering program in which victims of violent crimes meet face-to-face with their perpetrators. This documentary, featured on Oprah, introduces us to a process that could have far-reaching repercussions for the ways we approach crime, criminal justice, and conflict resolution.
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GIULIANI TIMENew York City Media Studies Criminal & Law Urban Studies Terrorism Studies Political Science American Studies 2007
Could this man be the next President of the United Sates? This incisive documentary examines Rudolph Giuliani's rise to power, his policies, and their effect on the city he referred to as the 'Capital of the World.'
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HOME FRONTPsychology & Psychiatry Political Science Disabilities American Studies
Over 20,000 American soldiers have been wounded in the war in Iraq. This powerful documentary gives a face and a voice to these under-represented soldiers by telling one family's heartbreaking and inspiring story.
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