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      Join or Die

      2023 1 hr. 39 min. Documentary List
      100% 9 Reviews Tomatometer In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking "Bowling Alone" research into America's decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis. Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it? Read More Read Less

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      Josh Kupecki Austin Chronicle Pete and Rebecca Davis have created a lively if superficial entreaty to become more civically engaged Mar 20, 2023 Full Review Matt Zoller Seitz RogerEbert.com [Putnam] is an affable, sensitive person and a wonderful camera subject who never seems calculated, withholding, or insincere. Mar 17, 2023 Full Review Michael J. Casey Boulder Weekly Directed by brother and sister Pete and Rebecca Davis, "Join or Die" is a lively approach to Robert Putnam’s work, his personality and the myriad communities putting his findings to good work. Rated: 3.5/5 Oct 12, 2023 Full Review Rachel Wagner rachelsreviews.net I honestly think everyone should watch this movie. It’s put together in an approachable and entertaining way and it’s a conversation we need to be having. Rated: 8/10 Mar 29, 2023 Full Review Louisa Moore Screen Zealots Although it's a sometimes dry and repetitive study in social science, this documentary is so convincing that you’ll be signing up for your local bowling league soon after the credits roll. Mar 20, 2023 Full Review Stephanie Archer Film Inquiry Join or Die proves itself vital and relevant, a necessary documentary that promises the conversation will continue long after the credits have rolled. Mar 19, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking "Bowling Alone" research into America's decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis. Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?
      Director
      Pete Davis, Rebecca Davis
      Screenwriter
      Pete Davis, Rebecca Davis, Rebecca Davis, Pete Davis
      Genre
      Documentary
      Original Language
      English