The Blog
May
28
Finally managed to watch DETROPIA (now on Netflix) and absolutely loved it!
The film tells the story of the collapse of the American dream in the city of Detroit from the perspective of several fascinating characters. Stunningly beautiful visually, it portrays what follows after the economy crashes.
Directed by Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady, who made films like The Boys from Baraka and Jesus Camp, the film refuses to abandon hope or resistance. It tries to envision a new feature for postindustrial America and puts the Motor City in a new and unexpected light…
Watch DETROPIA free on PBS’ Independent Lens before 17 June!
