"We cannot defend freedom abroad by deserting it at home."

Rating: 9/10 (29 October 2005)

My summary comment is a direct quote of Edward R. Murrow. This is a film for those too young to know the story, and those old enough to be appalled by the contrast of brave newsmen like Edward R. Murrow and the current state of TV news. We are a nation maintained in a state of terror by corporate and government interests in order to justify unquestioning allegiance to government policy, ironically sold to us to protect us from terrorism. Do we dare to believe the truth? To tell the truth? What would it mean about us as a people to know that we have, once again, allowed ourselves to be duped because we are so fearful and looking for protection where none exists? Can the truth bring us to a decency that will earn us back our self-respect, and the respect of nations around the world? By the way, don't miss this film...it's a winner!