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Friday, September 18, 2009
Film & Talk: "No Impact Man"
Author Colin Beavan, in research for his next book, began the No Impact Project in November 2006. A newly self-proclaimed environmentalist who could no longer avoid pointing the finger at himself, Colin leaves behind his liberal complacency for a vow to make as little environmental impact as possible for one year. No more automated transportation, no more electricity, no more non-local food, no more material consumptionÉno problem. That is, until his espresso-guzzling, retail-worshipping wife Michelle and their two year-old daughter are dragged into the fray. Laura Gabbert and Justin Schein's film provides a front row seat into the experiment that became a national fascination and media sensation as well as an intriguing inside look at the familial strains and strengthened bonds that result from Colin's and Michelle's struggle with their radical lifestyle change. An Oscilloscope Film Release written and directed by Laura Gabbert, Justin Schein. Debra Berliner of the Ecology Center will lead a Q&A after the 7pm screening, and discuss ways to get involved with the Climate Change Action Project.
Time: 7pm.
Location: Shattuck Cinemas, 2230 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley.
Cost: $10 general, $8 senior/student/child.
Info: http://www.oscilloscope.net/shop/view_film.php?ID=16&r=gallery.
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