Film and Audience Discussion 12/4/09

When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1990, Cuba's economy went into a tailspin. With imports of oil cut by more than half – and food by 80 percent – people were desperate. This film tells of the hardships and struggles as well as the community and creativity of the Cuban people during this difficult time. Cubans share how they transitioned from a highly mechanized, industrial agricultural system to one using organic methods of farming and local, urban gardens. It is an unusual look into the Cuban culture during this economic crisis, which they call "The Special Period." The film opens with a short history of Peak Oil, a term for the time in our history when world oil production will reach its all-time peak and begin to decline forever. Cuba, the only country that has faced such a crisis – the massive reduction of fossil fuels – is an example of options and hope.

Friday, December 4, 2009
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Glendale Central Library
222 E. Harvard Street, Glendale, CA 91205

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Books, films & more for sale.

Light refreshments.

From 7:00 to 7:30, before the film starts, talk with reps from community groups at tables inside the auditorium. These groups will have information tables: Another Mother for Peace; California Clean Money Campaign, San Fernando Valley Chapter; Converging Storms Action Network; Glendale Education/Social Justice Advocates; radio station KPFK; Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition; Population Connection, Pasadena San Gabriel Valley Chapter and Veterans for Peace.

Film starts shortly after 7:30, with audience discussion after the film. Film length: 53 minutes.

We’re suggesting a $5 donation. Larger donations welcome! No one turned away for lack of funds.

For information, call 818-242-4320 or 818-484-5635.

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