VOICED Sundance welcomes fiction and fact alike

VOICED Sundance welcomes fiction and fact alike

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Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, History

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses a film festival featuring over 100 independent films, with a focus on documentaries. Robert Redford highlights the importance of documentaries in filling gaps left by traditional news media. Two documentaries, 'The Tillman Story' and 'Restrepo', are examined. 'The Tillman Story' recounts the tragic death of NFL player Patrick Tillman in Afghanistan, revealing the complexities and cover-ups surrounding his death. 'Restrepo' provides a raw look at the lives of U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan, emphasizing the challenges and futility of war. The video encourages viewers to reflect on America's military policies and the skepticism surrounding them.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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