Brother Quote by Michael Moore
“For my very first movie, 'Roger and Me,' I made it as part of my deal with Warner Brothers that the four people that were evicted in that film, that Warner Brothers would house - would pay their mortgage or their rent for the next two years to give them a chance to get on their feet.”
About This Quote
Source Documentary: Roger & Me, 1989
Moore promised housing support for evicted families featured in his film as part of a studio deal, aiming to help them recover financially.
In simple terms: He tried to give evicted families a financial lifeline.
Key Takeaway
Provide tangible aid to those harmed by the story.
Themes
social justice
housing
film activism
corporate responsibility
Mood
compassionate
critical
Type
activist
documentary
When to use this quote
- housing assistance
- film production
- community support
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
documentary ethics
social impact
economic recovery
Questions to Reflect On
- How can filmmakers ensure lasting change beyond a film?
- What responsibilities do studios have to subjects?
A Different Perspective
The aid was limited to two years and may not address systemic issues.
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