“So long as this stream flows strong and clear, our people will be filled with life and hope… But if these waters cease to flow or lose their clarity, our lands will decay and die.” Indeed – the story of America and where we are today. This fascinating animated short film called Freedom River is originally from 1971. A full 53 years later (!!) and everything it talks about is happening right now – the river of freedom is murky & poisonous, and most Americans don’t seem to get it… Freedom River is a “parable told by Orson Welles.” The maestro lent his voice to this project after the producers convinced him by sending a script & recorder in the mail to him in Paris. It’s a parable about America – obviously this “river of freedom” is referring to the USA – and how xenophobia, racism, and greed will cause that river to become tainted and toxic. “They could not see it. For their pride made them blind.” Kind of amazing how accurately this film predicts what is happening to America right now, and how relevant it is even 50+ years later. Another reminder America is far from the prosperous nation it once was but there’s still hope in cleaning the river sometime soon. Enjoy. // Continue Reading ›
