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FRIDAY NIGHT VIDEOS: The Arms Race -- Alternatives


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Programs in this section:                *indicates order number

 1. FREE ZONE: DEMOCRACY MEETS THE NUCLEAR THREAT   *220,216
 2. A DREAM OF PEACE   *205
 3. THE TURNING POINT   *364
 4. WOMEN - FOR AMERICA, FOR THE WORLD   *315
 5. PREPARING FOR THE 21ST CENTURY:
    THE CHALLENGE OF CRITICAL THINKING   *381
 6. TOWARD A GOVERNED WORLD   *363
 7. SOLUTIONS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY   *211
 8. THE SEARCH FOR COMMON GROUND   *358
 9. BUILDING A WORLD BEYOND WAR (1 & 2)   *354
10. CHOICES FOR THE FUTURE   *346
11. DEALING WITH FEELINGS ABOUT NUCLEAR ISSUES   *351
12. HOW THEN SHALL WE LIVE?   *309
13. THE NEED FOR CHRISTIAN PEACEMAKING   *334
14. THE CIVILIZED DEFENSE PLAN   *391
15. THERE ARE ALTERNATIVES   *380
16. A STEP AWAY FROM WAR   *345

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(1.)                        Order number *220(45min) *216(57min)
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FREE ZONE: DEMOCRACY MEETS THE NUCLEAR THREAT
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         1989 * 45 min./57 min. versions (Specify on order form)

      >INSTITUTIONS: VHS Sale $75. Rent $35.
      >INDIVIDUALS/LOW-INCOME GROUPS: VHS Sale $29.95  Rent $25.

    Frustrated by the continuing nuclear arms race and its toxic
by-products, citizens groups worldwide are responding by organ-
izing nuclear free zones in their communities.  More than 4200
free zones now exist in 23 countries.  Major American cities,
including Chicago and Oakland (CA), have declared themselves
"nuclear free"--legally banning or regulating all nuclear
materials.
    FREE ZONE is the first film to document the growing inter-
national nuclear free zone movement.  Experts, activists, and
elected officials from a dozen countries explain the motivation
for pursuing this innovative strategy, while military leaders
and others question its wisdom.  The film also provides a useful
overview of the economic and environmental consequences of the
arms race and raises fundamental questions about the sacrifice
of basic democratic freedoms in the name of national security.
(Produced with the Eugene International Nuclear Free Zone
Local Authority.)

        **RED RIBBON, American Film and Video Festival

        **BRONZE MEDAL, Nat'l Educational Film & Video Festival

      "An excellent, informative and probing discussion of an
       important issue."
             --Choice, American Library Association

      "A masterful blend of information, inspiration, and art."
             --Hon. Wilson Riles, Jr., Oakland City Council, CA

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A DREAM OF PEACE       1989 * 12 min.
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         Produced by New Zealand Foundation for Peace Studies

      >VHS Sale $29.95

    In 1987 the entire country of New Zealand became a "nuclear
free zone," banning nuclear ships from the country's ports.  The
move was denounced by the United States government and hailed by
anti-nuclear activists worldwide.  A DREAM OF PEACE is a closer
look at the motivations and historical developments that led to
New Zealand's nuclear free declaration.  Through archival news
footage and interviews with key leaders, including former Prime
Minister David Lange, the video describes the events surrounding
the declaration and its significance for other countries.  A
DREAM OF PEACE is an account of events in one small country, but
it raises large questions which may be fundamental to the sur-
vival of all people.  A good discussion starter for peace
organizing.

        **NEW ZEALAND FILM FESTIVAL

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THE TURNING POINT        1987 * 29 min.
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         Produced by Swedish Educational Broadcasting Corp.

      >VHS Sale $45.  Rent $30.

    Set in the year 2007, THE TURNING POINT depicts a fictional
conversation between a grandfather and his grandchild.  Through
collections of photographs and film taken during his lifetime,
the grandfather shows how the world took its first major steps
toward world peace and the elimination of poverty and injustice.
The first part of this creative film is an excellent history
illustrating the world events after World War II that led to a
major crisis in the '80's.  That crisis was followed by "the
turning point" in the 1990's.  The grandfather emphasizes that
it was ordinary people that caused the change, and he turns over
to his grandson the responsibility to complete the hopeful pro-
cess that has begun.  An inspiring program that leaves the viewer
filled with a sense of possibility.  Good for children and
adults. (IN ENGLISH)

        **BROADCAST ON PBS

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WOMEN - FOR AMERICA, FOR THE WORLD      1986 * 29 min.
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         Produced by Vvienn Verdon-Roe

      >VHS Sale $35.
     >>16mm Sale New $350.  Used $125.  Rent $50

    Twenty-two prominent American women bring us a message of
hope for an end to the arms race and a new vision of security.
With common sense and compassion they propose a change in our
national priorities to better recognize human needs.  These
women--including scientists, educators, trade union leaders,
politicians, psychiatrists, and arms control experts--encourage
us all to take an active part in ensuring a future for the world.
Among those featured:
         Joanne Woodward, Actress
         Mary Dent Crisp, National Republican Co-Chair (1980)
      Patricia Schroeder, U.S. Congressional Representative
           Ellen Goodman, Syndicated Columnist
       Vera Kistiakowsky, Physics Professor, MIT

        ***Acadamy Award Winner

      "Impassioned eloquence.  Four stars!"
             --Detroit Free Press

      "The women...bring new perspectives to the debate, and
       importantly, they serve as role models...RECOMMENDED."
             --John Dowling, Science Books and Films Review

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(5.)                                           Order number *381
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PREPARING FOR THE 21ST CENTURY: THE CHALLENGE OF CRITICAL THINKING
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         1988 * 29 min.

          Produced by Ian Thiermann

      >INSTITUTIONS:  VHS Sale $65.  Rent $35.
      >INDIVIDUALS/LOW-INCOME GROUPS: VHS Sale $35. Rent $25.

    Resolving the major problems of today requires an informed and
active citizenry.  Is our educational system preparing students to
be responsible, aware citizens?  Increasingly, educators believe
our schools need to teach students how to think critically about
important global issues.  PREPARING FOR THE 21ST CENTURY focuses
on an inspirational high school teacher who for 18 years has taught
his students to think critically about the ultimate issues of our
time--war, peace, and resolving human conflict.  The video com-
bines lively, engaging classroom sessions with insights into Mr.
Halstead's positive impact from students, parents, and other fac-
ulty.  A unique and exciting demnonstration of the importance of
making critical thinking a national educational priority.

        *Complete with process and course outline by Mr. Halstead.

      "He is a master...his results are spectacular."
            --Linda Lanterman, President, Fremont High School Dist.

      "PREPARING FOR THE 21ST CENTURY is a vivid demonstration of
       the workability and effectiveness of critical thinking in
       the classroom.  Don't miss seeing this powerful video."
            --Richard Paul, Ph.D., Center for Critical Thinking
                                   Sonoma State University, CA

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TOWARD A GOVERNED WORLD       1988 * 27 min.
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         Produced by Telecosm

      >VHS Sale $35.  Rent $35.

    How to abolish all forms of war--not just nuclear weapons--
is the ultimate challenge for humanity.  This highly informative
documentary proposes that the abolition of war and injustice is
possible through the establishment of a democratic global govern-
ment--a fedaration of nations.  That government would have the
power to outlaw war, alleviate poverty, and protect the planet's
environment.  The video illustrates this bold solution through a
creative format--historical footage and graphics are mixed with
questions posed by people on the street to three prominent world
government advocates.  Included throughout are statements by such
well-known advocates of world government as Albert Einstein and
Justice William O. Douglas.  A good introduction to this impor-
tant concept.

      "The film is done with high professionalism and is as re-
       warding as it is important."
             --Norman Cousins, Former Editor, Saturday Review

      "The vest video I've seen on world government.  I'd re-
       commend that every concerned citizen see it."
             --Tom Hudgens, President, World Citizens Assembly

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SOLUTIONS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY       1989 * 28 min.
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         Produced by Jack Yost

      >INSTITUTIONS:  VHS Sale $75.  Rent $40.
      >INDIVIDUALS/LOW-INCOME GROUPS:  VHS Sale $39. Rent $25.

    SOLUTIONS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY takes a positive look at the
potential to resolve the most critical global problems: nuclear
war, environmental devastation, and poverty.  The concerned ex-
perts in this hopeful video start by putting these problems in
global perspective.  They address the kinds of global changes
and structures they believe are needed.  Concrete steps that can
be taken in the next 10 to 15 years are proposed, as well as
specific actions that individuals can take now.  Finally, the
film identifies public apathy as the greatest obstacle to solve-
ing these problems.  Among the experts featured are: Norman
Cousins, author; Nick Dunlop, Director, Parlimentarians Global
Action; Patricia Mische, Global Education Associates; Barbara
Wien, Institute for Policy Studies; and the Reverend William
Sloane Coffin, National President, SANE/FREEZE.

      "With so many films presently emphasizing terror and
       doom, Jack Yost has assembled a "best-and-the-brightest"
       of those who portray vividly...that a future is possible."
             --George Lopez, Notre Dame University, Institute
                             for International Peace Studies

      "Offers a realistic view of the desperate problems face-
       ing our human community today.  SOLUTIONS FOR THE 21ST
       CENTURY should inspire all who see it to join in part-
       nership for our future."
            --Senator Mark Hatfield (OR)

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THE SEARCH FOR COMMON GROUND       1986 * 40 min.
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         Produced by The Search for Common Ground

      >VHS Sale $40.  Rent $30.

    Moderator William Ury (Co-author of the best-selling "GETTING
TO YES") demonstrates the Common Ground Approach to conflict res-
olution.  Following a carefully woven sequence of steps he shows
how people holding polar opposite views on emotionally charged
issues can find "common ground" leading to creative new solutions
to critical global problems.  The first 15 minutes segment gives
an overview of the technique, as Ury works with five pairs of
nationally known figures with widely divergent views on national
security issues (including Asst. Secretary of State Eliot Abrams,
Former U.S. Senator Dick Clark, Former ambassador Johnathon Dean).
The second 25 minute segment focuses in depth on an interchange
between CIA critic Morton Halperin and former CIA Deputy Director
Ray Cline.

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BUILDING A WORLD BEYOND WAR (1&2)       1986 * (45 min & 54 min.)
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         Produced by The Beyond War Foundation

      >VHS Sale $35. each part (1 & 2)

    Two tapes exploring the ideas and principles necessary to
end war.  TAPE 1: An Introductory Presentation (45 min.)
          TAPE 2: The Process of Change (54 min.)

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CHOICES FOR THE FUTURE        1986 * 45 min
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         Produced by the Windstar Foundation

      >VHS Sale $29.

    The first annual Choices for the Future Symposium featured
Jean-Michel Cousteau, Ted Turner, Ram Dass, John Denver, Dr.
Peter Bourne, and Apollo Astronaut Rusty Schweickart.

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DEALING WITH FEELINGS ABOUT NUCLEAR ISSUES      1987 * 50 min
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         Produced by Thursday Night Group

      >VHS Sale $40.

    This video and accompanying workbook help parents and
teachers confront the evotions generated by controversial is-
sues raised in the classroom.

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(12.)                                      Order Number: *309
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HOW THEN SHALL WE LIVE? (9 part series)  1984/1987 * 1 hr each
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         Produced by Original Face Video

      >VHS Sale $39.95 Each, Rent $25. Each
     >>9-part series Sale $339.  Rent $199

   A unique 9-part series that bridges the gap between personal
transformation, spiritual awakening, and political empowerment.
The series begins with the topic of personal mortality, then
expands to consider planetary survival and the role of conscious
action. The programs:
  #1 & 2: Stephan Levine- Personal mortality and the healing
           nature of grief.
  #3 & 4: Ram Dass- Personal relationships & conscious social
           action.
      #5: Dr. Helen Caldicott- Caring for an endangered planet.
      #6: Daniel Ellsberg- The hidden agenda behind US nuclear
          policy.
      #7: Ram Dass & Daniel Ellsberg- Dialog for human survival.
      #8: Patricia Ellsberg, Swami Satchidananda, Ken Keyes Jr:-
          The Bomb as Teacher: planetary crisis as catalyst for
          a new way of being.
      #9: Ram Dass- Social action and the compassionate heart.

      "...brings an unrivaled degree of thoughtfullness and
       compassion to some of the most important issues of
       our time.  I'm building a graduate seminar around it."
             --Roger Walsh, M.D.,Ph.D., Dept of Psychiatry,
                           University of California, Irvine

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THE NEED FOR CHRISTIAN PEACEMAKING       1986 * 28 min.
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         Produced by Alan Nelson

      >VHS Sale $19.95

    Father George Zabelka, the chaplain for the men who
dropped the bomb on Hiroshima, describes his conversion to
peacemaking.

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THE CIVILIZED DEFENSE PLAN      1989 * 30 min.
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         Produced by Fourth Freedom Forum

      >VHS Sale $19.95

   THE CIVILIZED DEFENSE PLAN illustrates a thought-provoking
proposal for using international economic pressure to help
eliminate weapons of mass destruction and reduce armed ag-
gression.  The five-step plan is a practical, business-like
approach, based on the increasing economic interdependence of
the world's nations.  This fast-paced video, produced by an
award-winning company, utilizes advanced graphic techniques
and a variety of experts to explain the plan.  Among the ex-
perts featured are Lloyd J. Dumas, professor of Political
Economy at the University of Texas; Michael Closson, director
of the Center for Economic Conversion; Benjamin Ferencz, for-
mer chief US prosecutor at the Nuremberg war crimes trial;
and Carla Johnston, public policy analyst and author.

        **CREATIVE EXCELLENCE AWARD--US Industrial Film Fest.

      "Very professional and persuasive..."
             --Peter Zheutlin, Public Affairs Director, Int'l
                     Physicians for Prevention of Nuclear War

      "Presents very cogently and persuasively an alternative
       vision of how the world could be made to work...It
       should be a great teaching tool, in or out of the
       classroom."
             --John J Gilligan, Director, Institute for Int'l
               Peace Studies, University of Notre Dame

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THERE ARE ALTERNATIVES      1987 * 28:30 min.
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         Produced by NRK TV Norway

      >VHS Sale $45.  Rent $30.

   THERE ARE ALTERNATIVES is a unique look at the growing
international science of Peace Research, which has become
an important, respected field seeking alternatives to mili-
tary conflict and violence.  This informative program fea-
tures reknowned Professor Johan Galtung of the University
of Oslo, Norway, one of the field's leading proponents.
   Professor Galtung summarizes the results of Peace Re-
search to date, and his findings on East/West and North/
South Global Relationships, the Conditions for a Peaceful
World, and Alternative Security Policies and Structures.
Ideal for Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science
classes, or groups interested in studying alternative
security ideas.  (In English)

        **BROADCAST ON PBS

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(16.)                                     Order Number: *345
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A STEP AWAY FROM WAR      1986 * 28 min.
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         Produced by Center for Defense Information

       >VHS Sale $35.

   Even with the recent summit and START treaty, both the US
and the Soviet Union are continuing to test nuclear warheads.
A STEP AWAY FROM WAR brings you:
  * The role of n-weapons testing in fueling the arms race...
  * The 30-year history of efforts to achieve a test ban...
  * How a test ban could be implemented...
        *Hosted by Paul Newman

        **BRONZE AWARD, National Educational Film Festival

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