This is a must see before the elections
Kristina Severance | 09/30/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I saw this at the Jackson Hole Film Festival and am so glad I saw it - it's the best inside look at what needs to be accomplished by a community in order to vote ... and how vulnerable the election process and results really are. See this film and take action in your community - it's worth it."
Excellent, Inside View
Jazzpooch | Philadelphia, PA | 09/30/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Almost all political movies show the "political" side of politics, which is so distant from most of us. "By the People," shows a view of politics as it really is. Not glamorous, not exciting every minute, but a day to day carrying out of small tasks. This is a movie about people -- real people -- whose job it is to make an election work. It is a behind the scenes view of the elements that make it possible for each of us to have a say in our democracy. You will not see Robert Redford in "By the People," but you might see someone just like your next door neighbor. A wonderful, interesting film."
Great Documentary
Nelson York | NYC | 10/01/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"BY THE PEOPLE is one of the best documentaries I have ever seen. It's funny, exciting, and illuminating. If you wonder if your vote means anything, if you care about the electoral process in America, see this strictly non-partisan film. It should be required viewing for all citizens.
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Fantastic film
km | ny | 10/01/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"By the People opened my eyes to how chaotic the election process is in this country and how heavily it relies on volunteers to make it work. I thought the film was fantastic both in how it involved its audience in the moment-by-moment decisions of running an election and in how it lets its inspiring, colorful characters lead us through the process. I highly recommend this film!!!"