The New Orleans Tea Party: a documentary October 28, 2008

As a faculty member of the history department of Tulane University I have dedicated the last two years to working along with my partner Laszlo Fulop (film department, University of New Orleans) on a documentary about the rebuilding of civil society in Post-Katrina New Orleans.

In a series of interviews, our documentary chronicles the achievements of both the local residents and the millions of volunteers, while exploring the limitations and fragility of a recovery process built upon the shoulders of individuals operating almost entirely without government support.

Throughout, the film examines larger themes relevant to American society today, culminating in a final discussion of American citizens' vision of and trust in democratic processes.

We would very much enjoy seeing you there and would be grateful if you could inform anyone interested in the film
about the upcoming screening.

With best wishes,
Marline Otte
Associate Professor
Sizeler Professor

Official Website: http://theneworleansteaparty.com