Online Film Discussions for Braver Angels Members

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

A Case for Love, Dec. 19, 8 pm ET

Our December pick is just right for the holiday season! “A Case for Love” seeks to change the national narrative of division by highlighting stories where people’s lives have been uplifted because they cared for others or others cared for them. Examples include how a woman who became a drug addict and prostitute after having grown up in a dysfunctional family found support to turn her life around from Thistle Farms in Nashville; how a couple fostered a family of three children, then decided to adopt them, despite the difficulties; and how a naval officer made the ship she serves on her home and those she serves with her family. This documentary features Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Michael Curry.

Click on Where to Rent on this page to see how you can stream “A Case for Love” for a small fee. Please watch the movie first before attending our discussion on Dec. 19 at 8 pm.

Past Films

Previous Film Discussions

11/21/2024 — Triple Header on News Medial Bias: Big News; interview with Batya Ungar Sargon on woke media; PBS segment on declining trust in news media

Trailer Film Discussion

10/30/2024 — War Game, 2024 (Available for a small fee here)

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9/19/2024 —Shot in the Arm, 2023 (Request a screening here)

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8/27/2024 —Undivide Us, 2024 (Request a screening here)

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7/18/2024 — The Coddling of the American Mind, 2024 (See list of streaming platforms here)

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5/16/2024 — The Harvest: Integrating Mississippi’s Schools, 2023 (Watch the movie for free here)

Trailer No recording of discussion

4/21/2024 — With Malice Toward None, With Charity Toward All: Reclaiming Civility in American Politics, 2024 (Available on YouTube)

No Trailer Film Discussion

3/21/2024 — In Our Son’s Name, 2015 (DVD available for purchase at http://www.inoursonsname.com/buy.php)

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2/15/2024 — American Creed, 2018 (Available for free here)

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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 (Available on Amazon Prime)

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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)

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6/27/2023 — Seattle is Dying, 2019 (Available on YouTube)

No Trailer Film Discussion

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)