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PostedApril 28, 2008
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from Arizona
The style of the film was somewhat odd. Using a standard documentary technique, with the insertion of clips that were plainly for parody or satire, made the piece difficult to take seriously. However, the idea that the establishment in the science or medical fields does not want there to be debate or research is made plausible by Mr. Stein's film. Also, the reasons many of the folks gave as motivation for beliefs or actions on both sides was quite revealing and thought provoking. Many of the folks interviewed plainly had strong personal, political or social agendas to advance that had very little to do with science. That aspect seemed to be at the heart of a spirited discussion our family had afterward. Probably worth seeing once, as it did make for a great discussion about a variety of topics including group dynamics, entrenched bureaucracies, and human motivation. Trying to understand Mr. Stein's motivation in even making the film was certainly a big part of the conversation.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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