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Politics : Sharks in the Septic Tank -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: Poet who wrote (21308)	8/10/2001 8:36:41 AM
From: Neocon	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 82486

It is one thing to wonder what it tells about us that substantial numbers watch such shows, and another to hope to derive much insight from them directly. It is hard to tell much about society from walking through the sideshow tents of a circus......

To: Poet who wrote (21308)	8/10/2001 9:07:00 AM
From: epicure	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 82486

Did you see 42 up? It's by Michel Apted. It's magnificent. I've been watching this series all my life. They are about my age so I find this absolutely riveting film-making. 42 Up (1998) Director: Michael Apted Synopsis: Sixth installment in long-running documentary series revisits eleven Britons thirty five years into their lives. Fans of the series will likely find the revelations fascinating, though the subjects' awkwardness may put off some. Runtime: 139 minutes MPAA Rating: NR Genres: Documentary, Drama Country of Origin: United Kingdom