Films, Second Sunday Cinema


Info at 279-2957 or www.secondsundaycinema.webs.com.

		The Age of Stupid is now -- right now -- right when we could and can be doing something to prevent climate change, but aren't. The Age of Stupid is also a just-released to DVD film unusual in a couple of ways. First, because it's a hybrid of documentary and drama. Unusual as well, in its fast-paced and affecting impact. Well-known Brit actor Pete Postlethwaite plays one of the few human survivors in 2065, after climate catastrophe has eliminated much of life on earth. He is an Everyman who uses his computer (which sometimes malfunctions) to learn WHY on Earth we didn't do everything we needed to do "back then", to prevent collapse? This is one powerful, motivating film. Highly, highly recommended. 1 1/2 hrs We'll follow The Age of Stupid with a beautiful, inspiring film called, The Man Who Planted Trees (and Grew Happiness). It's only 30 minutes long, and is a flowing, animated film by two fine artists. The writer, Jean Giono, wrote the story long ago, a story I read, never forgot, and fervently believed to be literally true for decades. An old man, a sheepherder/beekeeper in the barren mountains of Haute Provence, carefully and lovingly plants 100 perfect acorns a day -- and changes a world. The animator's style is unique to be sure: moving and artistic. It's no wonder this brief, prescient environmental film won an Oscar in 1987. You may feel inspired to learn more about TLC, or Transition Lake County, following these films. TLC is working to encourage a happier, healthier community and local economy in Lake Co.

			Second Sunday Cinema exists to bring important information to the people of Lake County. Information is empowering. It allows us to make decisions that benefit us, rather than the rich and powerful. Our films are always free, and the atmosphere is warm and supportive. Our venue is the Clearlake United Methodist Church at 14521 Pearl Ave. in Clearlake. More info at 279-2957.

	www.secondsundaycinema.webs.com


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Second Sunday Cinema exists to inform people about really important issues facing us today. We also hope to help create community here in Lake County. Out of community, good things can happen.