THE ERACISM FILM AND DISCUSSION SERIES
- 2008 PROGRAM -

Made in L.A.
September 21 - FCPL
with Janet Barrett of The Denver Area Racial Reconciliation Team (DARRT)
Co-Sponsor - Fuerza Latina

Made in L.A. follows the remarkable story of three Latina immigrants working in Los Angeles garment sweatshops as they embark on a three-year odyssey to win basic labor protections from a trendy clothing retailer. Compelling, humorous, deeply human, Made in L.A. is a story about immigration, the power of unity, and the courage it takes to find your voice.

America at a Crossroads: the Muslim Americans
September 28 - FCPL
with Shakir Mohammad, President of the Islamic Center
Co-Sponsor - Not In Our Town Alliance

America at a Crossroads explores the challenges confronting the world post 9/11 including the war on terrorism, the experience of American troops, and the struggle for balance within the Islamic world and Muslim life in America. The Muslim Americans explores the diversity of Muslims in America and the Muslim-American experience today.

The Canary Effect
October 5 - FCPL
with Paul Bame, Community Activist
Co-Sponsored by CSU Minority Student Advocacy Organizations

The Canary Effect delves deep into the often misunderstood and frequently over looked historic realities of the American Indian. It follows the horrific abuses inflicted upon the Indigenous people of North America, and details the continuing effects of the U.S. government on present-day Indian country. This documentary features interviews with scholars and experts on Indian issues, including controversial author Ward Churchill.

Children of the Camps
October 12 - FCPL
with Stan Matsunaka, Former Colorado State Senate President
Co-Sponsored by Read On! Fort Collins

The Children of the Camps documentary captures the experiences of six Americans of Japanese ancestry who were confined as innocent children to internment camps by the U.S. government during World War II. The film vividly portrays their personal journey to heal the deep wounds they suffered from this experience.

In Sickness and in Wealth
October 19 - FCPL
with Richard Breaux, CSU Ethnic Studies Professor
Co-Sponsored by Fort Collins High School Amnesty International

In Sickness and in Wealth investigates findings that are shaking up conventional notions about what makes us healthy or sick. It's more than genes, behaviors and medical care. The social, economic, and physical environments in which we are born, live and work profoundly affect our longevity and health.

Contact the Eracism Film Committee to find out how you can be a part of this exciting program.

Eracism Film Committee
(970) 484-7653
E-mail: margi@frii.com