July 2004

Letter from the Producer

Liberty Bound was produced out of my desire to respond to the insanity and fear that has gripped our country since 9/11, in an entertaining and interesting way. Upon hearing conflicting stories between different groups of the government and media, I decided to take my own journey of discovery. I became the journalist; talking to American citizens about their experiences, feelings, and fears.

I hope Liberty Bound will whet your appetite for accurate information on the US government’s foreign policy, war on terrorism, the PATRIOT Act, as well as the media’s role in shaping our perspective on relevant issues.

Thank you for your interest in my documentary Liberty Bound and for taking the time to review the enclosed materials. Please let me know if you have any questions or interest in distribution or screening opportunities.

Sincerely,

Christine Rose

Blue Moose Films

www.bluemoosefilms.com

bluemoosefilms@hotmail.com

Synopsis

Liberty Bound takes an entertaining look at America’s ongoing struggle to keep a comfortable balance between democracy, capitalism, and fascism. This is a film about historic events that shape history. It is a film about courage and fear; ignorance and knowledge; propaganda and rhetoric.

Christine set out to answer these questions on her quest across America:

· What is fascism and why does that word increasingly appear in the alternative and foreign media when referencing the United States?

· Are we losing our civil liberties?

· Is our very constitution and Bill of Rights in jeopardy?

· Do Americans know what their government is doing?

· How much of the daily news is well-disguised propaganda?

Through original footage, archived footage, and interviews with people such as Howard Zinn, Michael Parenti, and Michael Ruppert, Liberty Bound explores the state of the union and its ostensible move toward fascism. We talk with people who have been interrogated by the Secret Service and threatened with arrest for doing such benign things as sending an email, turning around during a Bush speech, and having a philosophical discussion on a train.

Christine also explores the unanswered questions surrounding the attacks of 9/11, and she takes a closer look at the timeline of that terrible day. She examines the US Government’s reasons for going to war with Afghanistan and Iraq. She also delves into the accusations that the Bush Administration knew about the 9/11 attacks and their warlike agenda is actually centered on oil.

Finally, she studies the elements of previous empires and fascist states as compared to recent occurrences in the United States: the loss of civil liberties, police brutality, homeland security, etc.

Liberty Bound leaves us with the question: “Is the United States bound for liberty – or does it just have liberty bound?

Tip Sheet Genre: Documentary

Running Time: 88 minutes

Medium: Digital Video

Locations:

· New York, NY

· Boston, MA

· Philadelphia, PA

· Washington DC

· New Jersey

· Texas

· Ohio

· California

· Vancouver, BC

· Niagara Falls, Ontario

Interviews:

· Dr. Michael Parenti, Author and Social Commentator

· Dr. Howard Zinn, Historian

· "Winston,” Victim of Civil Liberty Violation

· Michael Moore, US Navy Veteran

· Jeff Seemann, Civil Rights Activist

· Michael Ruppert, Publisher of “From the Wilderness”

· Robert Lederman, A.R.T.I.S.T. President & Civil Liberty Activist

· Don Paul, Writer, Musician and Poet

· Dan Snook, General Contractor and Concerned Citizen

· Harry Roland, Former WTC Tour Guide

· Dr. Robert Jensen, Anti-Imperialist Activist

· Abraham, Concerned Canadian Citizen

· Victor, Deported from Hitler’s Germany

· Nicholas, Concerned Citizen

Mini-Bios – Selected Cast

Howard Zinn, Historian is Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Boston University. An insightful social critic and acclaimed historian, he studies forces that have broken down community as well as obstacles confronting any genuine attempt to build or rebuild community. He is the author of fourteen books, including You Can't Remain Neutral on a Moving Train and the well-known A People's History of the United States 1492- Present. Professor Zinn argues that it is the social responsibility of the historian to do work that will help solve the conflicts humans face. Read more about Dr. Zinn at www.howardzinn.org.

Michael Parenti, Author and Social Commentator received his Ph.D. in political science from Yale University in 1962. He has taught at a number of colleges and universities, in the United States and abroad. He appears on radio and television talk shows to discuss current issues and ideas from his published works. Dr. Parenti's talks and commentaries are played on radio stations and cable community access stations to enthusiastic audiences in the U.S., Canada and abroad. He has written and published 17 books. His most recent publications are The Assassination of Julius Caesar, The Terrorism Trap and To Kill A Nation. Read more about Dr. Parenti at www.michaelparenti.org.

Michael C. Ruppert, Publisher and Author is the Publisher/Editor of From the Wilderness, a newsletter he founded in March 1998. Michael has pioneered innovative analysis and groundbreaking original stories on the impact of $600 billion per year in drug money moving through the US economy. Since 9-11-01 he has been the point man in breaking major stories involving government foreknowledge, corruption and violations of the Constitution. Ruppert’s articles have expanded to include economic and military analysis, detailed exposés of the CIA and the American political system, have been reprinted all over the world. Mike will be starting a book promotion tour after the release of his new book, Crossing the Rubicon: America's Descent into Fascism at the End of the Age of Oil.

Mini-Bios – Selected Crew

Christine Rose, Director-Writer-Producer started making films out of a deep desire for an artistic outlet that merged her creative core with her technological talents. Focusing mainly on political and controversial themes, her work has been viewed around the world. Her films range from staged parodies to raw cinéma-vérité documentaries. Founder of Blue Moose Films, Christine lives in Northern California with her husband Ethan.

Lorraine Evanoff, Executive Producer has worked in the entertainment industry for over 15 years and has been involved in the production and distribution of many award-winning feature films. Lorraine has a double major in Accounting and French from DePaul University and lived in Paris for seven years producing French films and soundtracks. Films she has worked on include “The Double Life Veronique” directed by Krzyztof Kieslowski and “Dark at Noon” directed by Raul Ruiz, both of which were in competition in the Cannes film festival as well as the Montreal, New York, Chicago and Brussels and other film festivals

David N. Pedergnana, Composer ¯ (pronounced "Ped-er-nyaw-nuh") started writing music on an 1890's bar room piano that still entertains at his Pennsylvania homestead. In the early 1990s, David designed a media arts lab for Accenture Education, selecting and training artists to practice efficient audiovisual production. David’s credits include video editing, animating, and programming as well as making music for TV ads, trade shows, and new media. Founder of Mood Paint Music, David lives in California and is available for film and TV projects worldwide.

K. James Peterson, Cinematographer has an extensive film/TV career. His television credits range from Unsolved Mysteries to Miami Vice. His film credits include a myriad of documentary films like the Emmy Winning Lost Civilizations, La Maya and Children In Distress. Ken also produces workshops on camera and lighting techniques. He co-founded Orion Post Production in Miami and has worked with such clients as Warner Bros., Universal, Orion and Touchstone Pictures. Founder of Silverlight Productions, Ken lives in Los Angeles and is available for film and video projects nationwide.