Online Film Discussions
Watch a movie on your own, then get together with others who are similar to or different from you to discuss it.
The movies we choose cover social/political issues we’re currently dealing with in our daily lives and society at large. They may highlight liberal-leaning, conservative-leaning or independent themes, or feature actors or directors from opposite sides of the political spectrum.
We encourage participants to engage in thoughtful conversation, exposing themselves to different points of view, and emphasizing Braver Angels listening and speaking skills. In addition to bridging divides, we hope participants will find enjoyment in rewatching some of their favorite films, and in discovering new ones. To suggest a film, volunteer to help out, or if you have any questions, please contact filmdiscussion@braverangels.org
Next Film: "In Our Son's Name" March 21, 6:45 pm ET
In loving tribute to recently deceased Braver Angels volunteer Orlando Rodriguez, we will discuss “In Our Son’s Name.” On 9/11, Orlando and his wife, Phyllis, lost their son Greg. The bereaved parents choose reconciliation and nonviolence over vengeance. Their transformative journey includes befriending the mother of avowed 9/11 conspirator Zacarias Moussaoui, and working with prison inmates. This 64-minute film documents the journey that helped heal them.
You cannot help but be impacted by the humility and grace that Phyllis and Orlando show in the face of their son’s murder, nor to ask yourself, “Would I be able to do the same?”Â
Shannon Moroney, Restorative Justice Advocate and author, Through the Glass
This film is available on DVD only. We will show it over Zoom on March 21 at 6:45 pm ET, with the discussion following on at 8 pm. If you’ve already seen the documentary, join us on the 21st at 8 pm ET.
Past Films
Previous Film Discussions
   2/15/2024 — American Creed, 2018 (Available for free here)
    Trailer      Film Discussion
   1/11/3024 — Democracy and Faith Under Siege: Responding to Christian Nationalism, 2021 (Available on YouTube)
   No Trailer   Film Discussion
   12/12/2023 — Trustworthy, 2023 (Not streaming yet. Ask about hosting a screening here.)
   Trailer      Film Discussion
   11/14/2023 — ‘Greater Idaho Movement’: Why Some Want to Leave Oregon, 2023 (Available on YouTube)
    No Trailer   Film Discussion
    10/17/2023 — Join or Die, 2023 (Not streaming yet; request here to host a screening)
    Trailer      Film Discussion
    9/28/2023 — Sound of Freedom, 2023 (Available for free on Amazon Prime and for a small fee elsewhere)
    Trailer      Film Discussion (The presenter from Love146 who spoke about child trafficking asked us not to film her. The recording therefore begins with questions to the audience.)
   8/15/2023 — Refuge, 2022 (list of platforms where it’s streaming)
   Trailer      Film Discussion
   6/27/2023 — Seattle is Dying, 2019 (Available on YouTube)
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   5/23/2023 — The Trans Teen Trend: A Case of Social Contagion?, 2019 (Available on YouTube)
   No Trailer    Film Discussion (recording starts partway through)
                Links shared in chat by participants
   4/20/2023 — The First Step, 2023 (Available for a small fee on Vudu or Amazon Prime)
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   3/22/2023 — Trust Me, 2022 (Available for a small fee here)
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    2/28/2023 — Can We Take a Joke?, 2015 (Available on Tubi)
   Film Trailer    Film Discussion
   1/25/2023 — A Tale of Three Chinatowns, 2021 (Available for a small fee on Amazon)
   Film Trailer     Film Discussion
    12/12/2022 — The Pruitt-Igoe Myth, 2011 (Available for a small fee on Vimeo)
   Film Trailer    Film Discussion
    11/16/2022— Shouting Fire: Stories From the Edge of Free Speech, 2009 (Available for free here)
   Film Trailer     Film Discussion
    10/27/2022 — The Abortion Talks, 2022 (For information on viewing, visit www.abortiontalks.com) Â
   Film Trailer    Film Discussion
    9/28/22 — The Armor of Light, 2015 (Available for free here)
   Film Trailer    Film Discussion
    8/24/22 — Look Away, Look Away, 2022 (Apple TV, YouTube, iTunes or Google Play)
   Film Trailer     Film Discussion
    7/18/22 — Shut Up and Sing, 2006 (Available for free here)
    Film Trailer    Film Discussion
   6/30/22 — Uncle Tom, 2020 (Available for free on Amazon Prime)
    Film Trailer     Film Discussion
    5/31/22 — Dialogue Lab, America, 2022 (Watch film for free here)
   Film Trailer     No recording of discussion
    4/28/22 — Poverty, Inc., 2014 (Available for free on Amazon Prime, Tubi and Vudu)
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    3/29/22 — Common Grounds?, 2021 (Available for free on YouTube)
   Film Trailer     Film Discussion
   3/1/22 — What Killed Michael Brown?, 2020 (Available for a small fee on YouTube).
   Film Trailer     Film Discussion
    1/31/22 — 12 Angry Men, 1957 (Available for free on Amazon Prime)
   Film Trailer     Film Discussion
    11/23/21 — Other Side of the Hill, 2021 (Vimeo)
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    10/26/21 — Swing State, 2020 (Available for a small fee on Vimeo)
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    9/28/21 — Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, 1939 (Available for a small fee on various platforms)
    Film Trailer    Film Discussion
     8/24/21 — Black Boys, 2020 (Available on Amazon Prime and Peacock)
    Film Trailer   Film Discussion (except for first 20 minutes)
     6/22/21 — My Octopus Teacher, 2020 (Netflix)
     Film Trailer   Film Discussion
     5/27/21— No Safe Spaces, 2019  (Amazon Prime, YouTube)
     Film Trailer   Film Discussion
     4/27/21—The Best of Enemies, 2019  (Amazon Prime, YouTube, Vudu, etc.)
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     3/23/21—Trumphobia: What Both Sides Fear, 2020 (Google Play, YouTube)
    Film Trailer    Film Discussion
     2/23/21—Lincoln, 2012 (Hulu, Amazon Prime, etc.)
    Film Trailer    Film Discussion
     1/26/21—The Reunited States, 2020 (Vudu, Amazon Prime, etc.)
    Film Trailer     Film Discussion
    12/17/20 — It’s a Wonderful Life, 1946 (Amazon Prime)
    Film Trailer    No recording of discussion
     11/24/20 — Divided We Fall: Unity Without Tragedy, 2020 (AppleTV, Amazon Prime)
    Film Trailer   Film Discussion
    10/29/20 — The Social Dilemma, 2020 (Netflix)
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     9/25/20 — High Noon, 1952  (Starz, YouTube, etc.)  Â
    Film Trailer   No recording of discussion
8/28/20 — The Campaign of Miner Bo, 2020 (Vudu, Amazon Prime)
    Film Trailer   Film Discussion
     7/31/20 — Accidental Courtesy: Daryl Davis, Race and America, 2016 (Kanopy, Apple TV)
Film Trailer   Film Discussion
7/24/20 — The Banker, 2019 (Apple+)
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FAQ
Yes, that’s highly recommended.
About 90 minutes.
You can register through the Eventbrite link which we provide.
Yes, discussions are recorded and saved in the Past Films section.
Please send us an email at filmdiscussion@braverangels.org
Yes, please send us an email at filmdiscussion@braverangels.org
Once a month