Affluenza identifies and examines the modern day plague that's affecting so many Americans a feeling of perpetual disappointment with our lives that feeds an insatiable desire for material goods. Affluenza uses hilarious old film clips, personal stories, expert commentary, and "uncommercial" breaks to illuminate our predicament. This film also documents how Americans are opting out of the consumer chase, and have made "voluntary simplicity" one of the biggest trends of the 90s. Produced by John de Grauf and Vivian Boe. Narrated by Scott Simon of National Public Radio. FREE.
Sponsored by: Center for Religion, Ethics and Social Policy
Founders Room, Anabel Taylor Hall
A discussion will follow the screening with Bill Gibson, Presbyterian Minister
and founder of the EcoJustice Project. Bill has been working on lifestyle
issues for the last twenty-five years.
Introduction and discussion with filmmaker Michael Uys.
During the Great Depression, environmental and economic hardship drove four million Americans to "riding the rails" in search of food and lodging This remarkable documentary recalls this tragic chapter in American history through period music, archival footage and interviews with now-elderly survivors of the Hobo era. Written, directed and produced by Michael Uys. 1997 Sundance Film Festival.
Sponsored by: Cornell Cinema
Williard StraightTheater
Reception to follow screening in Willard Straight Art Gallery
General Admission - $4.50, Students/Seniors/Children Under 12 - $4.00
