30 in 30 Day One: "Capitalism: A Love Story"
www.imdb.com/title/tt1232207/
Why I chose this:
I really like Michael Moore movies, and hadn't watched this one yet.
Analysis/Impression:
I liked this but it was totally depressing. Michael Moore always has a way of saying really smart, really insightful things that are totally ignored by America in general. I think the reason behind this is because his films are kitschy, and so many people dislike him that when his films reach audiences, he's preaching to the choir. I happen to like the kitsch because I'm a weirdo and I don't think that you have to be totally serious even if you're dealing with a very serious subject, so the interspersed comedic bits break the monotony of gloom that the subject would otherwise inspire. Moore also has a habit of pulling silly stunts, showing up places that he knows he's not welcome, and making an ass of himself. This ongoing theme in his movies wore a little thin in this one. No, Michael, GM isn't going to let you in. We've been through this, haven't we?
Essentially he is is calling the proletariat to arms in this film. I agree that if the working class does not rise up to fight against the greed at the top, we're all in for a really abysmal future.
What most caught my attention:
At the end of the film he talks about FDR's second bill of rights which were never made part of the constitution. My question? Why the fuck not? FDR felt every citizen of the country had a RIGHT to:
These things aren't radical...they're basic human rights. It's been over 65 years since he proposed this, and no one has bothered to actually make these constitutional rights. I guess they were too busy playing golf or some shit...
Overall: 4/5. Good but not perfect. Moore's really got to add some new bits to his lineup.
Why I chose this:
I really like Michael Moore movies, and hadn't watched this one yet.
Analysis/Impression:
I liked this but it was totally depressing. Michael Moore always has a way of saying really smart, really insightful things that are totally ignored by America in general. I think the reason behind this is because his films are kitschy, and so many people dislike him that when his films reach audiences, he's preaching to the choir. I happen to like the kitsch because I'm a weirdo and I don't think that you have to be totally serious even if you're dealing with a very serious subject, so the interspersed comedic bits break the monotony of gloom that the subject would otherwise inspire. Moore also has a habit of pulling silly stunts, showing up places that he knows he's not welcome, and making an ass of himself. This ongoing theme in his movies wore a little thin in this one. No, Michael, GM isn't going to let you in. We've been through this, haven't we?
Essentially he is is calling the proletariat to arms in this film. I agree that if the working class does not rise up to fight against the greed at the top, we're all in for a really abysmal future.
What most caught my attention:
At the end of the film he talks about FDR's second bill of rights which were never made part of the constitution. My question? Why the fuck not? FDR felt every citizen of the country had a RIGHT to:
- A job that provided a decent living for you and your family
- Freedom from unfair competition and monopolies
- Affordable and adequate housing
- Medical care
- Education
- To be able to be secure in retirement
Click to viewThese things aren't radical...they're basic human rights. It's been over 65 years since he proposed this, and no one has bothered to actually make these constitutional rights. I guess they were too busy playing golf or some shit...
Overall: 4/5. Good but not perfect. Moore's really got to add some new bits to his lineup.