Tuesday, October 14, 2008

michael moore in sault ste. marie

http://www.thestar.com/FederalElection/article/516720

so it would appear that michael moore has ventured on up to the land past the 49th parallel, taking to our federal election like heavy books to a banana in my book bag.

im not really sure whether i like his opinions. they are very one-sided and coloured in a singular fashion. i really enjoyed "bowling for columbine". on the other hand, "sicko" gave a rather illustrious view of canada's health care system. he's very selective about which comments he inserts into his films and where. it's all meant for effect.

thus i wouldnt really call him a documentary maker. rather Mr. Moore is more a third-party, political outsider, running as an independent in a neverending election.

yes he brings important issues to light. yes his film style is at times amusing. but no i would not quote or make reference to his works in a school assignment.

it'll be interesting to see what he does with that film footage from the Sault. apparently after the all-candidate's debate, he and the candidates cracked open four cold Molsons. perhaps its a "Canada has better beer" documentary?

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