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Michael Moore

Where To Invade Next?

February 20, 2016 by Steve Norton 1 Comment

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Real superheroes are most beloved when they say what’s on their mind unapologetically and, preferably with humour.  Thankfully, we finally have one on the big screen in a big way.

But forget the Merc with the Mouth.

Personally, I’m far more grateful for the return of the Man with the Mic.

Say what you will about controversial director Michael Moore, but he certainly knows how to stir up conversation.  For over twenty-five years, Moore has cried out on behalf of the American poor and downtrodden, fearlessly stepping on the toes of the rich and powerful.  He has never had a problem revealing the dark side of American culture, calling for drastic cultural change.  It’s fair to say that his material isn’t always fully clear–or accurate–but he ALWAYS forces you to think.

With the release of his latest film, Where To Invade Next, Moore seems to have taken a slightly different tone.

Hope.

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Where To Invade Next is a different film for him and definitely one of his best so far.  Rather than take a position of attack against US policies or certain former presidents, Moore instead opts to focus his attention on what other countries are doing well.  As a result, by ‘invading’ other countries like Italy, France, Portugal and others, Moore actually manages to show his American family how much better things can be.  Oh yes, the film has his trademark humour and (slightly less) political grandstanding.  However, he also focuses on how much better things can be if we take responsibility for ourselves and our world.

Interestingly, Moore had actually considered walking away from his career as a filmmaker for this very reason. “I actually said that I would stop making movies until I saw some change from the people,” he said at last year’s world premiere of the film in Toronto.  “I grew tired of being the only person crying out for things to be different and wanted people to take responsibility.  About two years later, Occupy Wall Street happened.  To me, that was the sign that things were happening and I felt like I should come out [of ‘retirement’].”

It’s fair to say that Moore’s work needs to be taken with perspective–however, there’s no doubt that he makes some interesting and passionate arguments.  His calls for equality, health (emotional and physical), and justice make a stand for a certain sense of spiritual wholeness not seen in his previous work.  While not speaking directly of spiritual matters, Where To Invade Next argues clearly that addressing the whole person is easily the best way for American culture to see change and growth.

In short, the Man With the Mic is back… even if he is a little nicer.

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Where To Invade Next

dir. M. Moore

**** (out of 5) stars

Filed Under: Film, Reviews Tagged With: Michael Moore, Occupy Wall Street, Where To Invade Next

TIFF Hits: Shooting Stars

September 15, 2015 by Steve Norton Leave a Comment

 

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At ScreenFish, we’re very conscious of those moments where faith and film collide… but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a little fun as well!  Here are some exclusive shots of the celebs around the city as the Toronto International Film Festival enters it’s second half.  Pics will be updated as new sightings occur…

Black Mass premiere:

Johnny Depp

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Joel Edgerton

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Peter Sarsgaard

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Kevin Bacon

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John Morris                                           Dakota Johnson

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Freeheld Premiere:  Michael Shannon, Ellen Page, Julianne Moore, dir. Peter Sollett

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Sicario Premiere:  Benicio Del Toro, Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, dir. Denis Villeneuve

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Forsaken Premiere: Donald Sutherland, Keifer Sutherland, d. Jon Cassar (24)

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Team from Beast:  Chad McKinney, dir. Tom and Sam McKeith, Garret Dillahunt

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The Man Who Knew Infinity:  Jeremy Irons; Dev Patel; Devika Bhise

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Other Celebs:

Penelope Cruz

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Sarah Silverman

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Susan Sarandon                                  Rachel McAdams

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Nick Robinson

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Rob Reiner                                           Carey Elwes                                         Michael Moore

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Filed Under: Current Events, Film, News, TIFF Tagged With: 24, Benicio Del Toro, Black Mass, Carey Elwes, Chad McKinney, Dakota Johnson, Denis Villeneuve, Donald Sutherland, Ellen Page, Emily Blunt, Forsaken, Freeheld, Garret Dillahunt, Joel Edgerton, John Morris, Johnny Depp, Jon Cassar, Josh Brolin, Julianne Moore, Keifer Sutherland, Kevin Bacon, Michael Moore, Michael Shannon, Nick Robinson, Penelope Cruz, Peter Sarsgaard, Peter Sollett, Rachel McAdams, Rob Reiner, Sam McKeith, Sarah Silverman, Susan Sarandon, Tom McKeith, Toronto International Film Festival

TIFF Hits: WHERE TO INVADE NEXT.

September 11, 2015 by Steve Norton Leave a Comment

where2invade“We were looking for America’s soul.”

Say what you will about controversial director Michael Moore, but he certainly knows how to stir up conversation.  For over twenty-five years, Moore has cried out on behalf of the American poor and downtrodden, fearlessly stepping on the toes of the rich and powerful.  He has never had a problem revealing the dark side of American culture, calling for drastic cultural change.  It’s fair to say that his material isn’t always fully clear–or accurate–but he ALWAYS forces you to think.

With last night’s world premiere of his latest film, Where To Invade Next, Moore seems to have taken a slightly different tone.

Hope.

Where To Invade Next is a different film for him and definitely one of his best so far.  By ‘invading’ other countries like Italy, France, Portugal and others, Moore actually manages to show his American family how much better things can be.  Oh yes, the film has his trademark humour and (slightly less) political grandstanding.  However, he also focuses on how much better things can be if we take responsibility for ourselves and our world.

Interestingly, Moore had actually considered walking away from his career as a filmmaker for this very reason. “I actually said that I would stop making movies until I saw some change from the people,” he said.  “I grew tired of being the only person crying out for things to be different and wanted people to take responsibility.  About two years later, Occupy Wall Street happened.  To me, that was the sign that things were happening and I felt like I should come out [of ‘retirement’].”

(Interestingly, Moore also said that this was truly the FIRST screening of the film–they did no test screenings beforehand.  Having said this, the film’s standing ovation at it’s conclusion made him quite emotional.)

It’s fair to say that Moore’s work needs to be taken with perspective–however, there’s no doubt that he makes some interesting arguments.  His calls for equality, health (emotional and physical), and justice do make a stand for a certain sense of spiritual wholeness not seen in his previous work.  While not speaking directly of spiritual matters, Where To Invade Next argues clearly that addressing the whole person is easily the best way for American culture to see change and growth.

In short, the Man With the Mic is back… even if he is a little nicer.

Where To Invade Next

dir. M. Moore

**** (out of 5) stars

Filed Under: Current Events, Film, Interviews, News, Reviews, TIFF Tagged With: Michael Moore, Toronto, Toronto International Film Festival, Where To Invade Next

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