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I am so ashamed of being an american
I just saw this film tonight and I went with no real knowledge of what I was about to see or hear.
I loved that African american Cprl who said in full dress uniform that if he was called back to Iraq, he wouldn't go. If they Gov't man threatened him with court marshal and told him they would lock him up in prison, he wouldn't go.
I think he was the only stand up guy in the whole god damn military.
"I could not believe" BUT could definitely believe what I saw AND definitely could not believe most of what I HEARD.
I had to shut my eyes many times to shield myself from what no human being and no living creature should ever have to see or to smell, to breathe in war and death and so much sadness and loss.
I really felt ashamed sitting there watching and learning
Sitting there in the theatre watching the selling of born and bred USA human beings.
Flat out.
And then listen how the present administration treats them and their families on their health benefits and so much more insanity.
I got physically ill and cried out loud as I watched toooo many (young) men and women thinking they are doing the right thing when it is 100% the wrong thing and they don't even know it
And they die dead blown into bits or get big chunks blown off of them while god decides who and who doesn’t get to “live” for the almighty dollar and not a damn thing else.
I am so ashamed of being an american. Thank you, Michael.
David
posted by
David_S
on July 30, 2004 at 11:00 PM
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Very thoughtful, considered review. I too live in the Mid-West and was heartened by the presence of African-Americans, along with Japanese and Mexican-Americans. The incredible, horrible events suffered by our nation and the ensuing wars have at least provided one positive beam in our collective minds and hearts, I feel. By drawing closer, banding together as simply concerned, searching and caring citizens the old race and culture barriers of the not so distant past seemed to have melted away in many areas.
I agree with your thoughts. Not a perfect documentary, but certainly one that raises many soul deep questions. We did have a counter reaction at the theater I went to. A group was waiting outside in the exit area with printouts slamming Michael Moore. There were few verbal protests to these people, mostly a silent protest of politely accepting the paper, then slowly shredding it while continuing on to the parking lot. There was quite a mess left for the theater workers, I'm sure. Welcome to Blogit!
posted by
Katray2
on July 2, 2004 at 1:39 AM
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Demographics
Yes, I was surprised to be the only African-American at that theater in Austin, Texas. I went in expecting to see at least three to five amongst the rest of the audience. This was the first showing at that theater on opening day. I am sure there has been some turnout since then.
posted by
AlienInsomniac
on July 2, 2004 at 1:03 AM
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I enjoyed reading your review. Welcome to Blogit.
posted by
Kay-Ren
on July 1, 2004 at 9:11 PM
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Good question
Wish I had an answer. And here's a question for you, based on your post: were you surprised to be the only African-American at that showing? I live in a mostly-white area of the Midwest, so I wasn't surprised that those attending the movie the night I saw it were also mostly white. Just curious.
posted by
Hannah_B
on July 1, 2004 at 1:37 PM
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