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5 star rating March 2, 2008 Jared W.
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Wow! A lot of Stuff to take in at once, but done well.

The video is really great. Most of what Annie Dillard talks about are ideas that I knew of as vague theories. The video has shocking statistics, specific examples, and images that make the information comprehensible and memorable. The images also offer a much needed touch of humor throughout the video as the viewer is subjected to some disgusting truths and dire forecasts about the workings and consequences of our consumer society. Dillard's optimism at the end of the film is also a relief, when she tells us that there are big forces out there making substantial progress in fixing the destructive system. The knowledge that people are making a difference is uplifting, and Dillard makes it clear that soon reducing the debilitating human and environmental impact of a consumer society will not be a David and Goliath situation. The end of the video really gives a boost of confidence that made me want to check out all the links on the site to find out what people are doing to help and what I can do.

Jared W.'s keywords: Annie Dillard, consumer, capatalism, society, waste, trash, government, corporations, distribution

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