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I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was very impressed with the combination of comedy, tragedy, and historical explanation. Yes, there is a bit (or more) of playing to the camera by Moore himself--however, I enjoyed the grandstanding--kind of an investigative revenge fantasy to physically call attention to one of the biggest crime scenes ever. While the use of 1950s instructional film segments is played for laughs, other historical footage is literally breath-taking. My NY audience was utterly silent when we saw what FDR wanted to do, and might have done, had he lived longer. MY REQUEST, at least for the DVD version, would be to have more labels on the lesser-known political figures, so we could more readily identify the few, brave souls who spoke out in vain. I plan to see it again.

A brilliant examination of capitalism and the kinds of social behavior it promotes. Moore has an uncanny way of saying the things many of us think, but don't dare say. He draws from examples in industry, banking, the judiciary, and congress. He nicely weaves together examples from history (including Ancient Rome) with those from the present day. He also builds a plausible argument for an overly cozy relationship between Wall Street and Washington since Reagan and suggests that Obama augers a potential end to that relationship. Those from all points on the political spectrum will find something to love about this film. Bravo.

Michael Moore, possibly the most controversial director of all time. Even more controversial than him are his movies. His movies include a Sicko, Fahrenheit 9/11, Bowling for Columbine,etc. Each one attacking the CONSERVATIVE ideas.Well he has put out a new movie. Capitalism:A Love Story. I saw this movie and I have to say it's fun, informative, Michael Moore doesn't have a 2 hour long boring movie, which the average joe wouldn't understand. He tells the movie like narrator and even is kind of comedic and then switches to serious in a couple of words. I loved this movie. I don't agree with him on some of the ideas. But I get what he's saying.Very interesting movie. Even if you don't agree with him, you'll still be fascinated.10/10