Every American citizen should watch Fahrenheit 9/11, the latest documentary directed by Michael Moore. The movie became one of the most important political factors in the United States this year and it was responsible for intensive discussions about the George Walker Bush’s government. Fahrenheit 9/11’s focus is the controversial decision made by the American president to attack Iraq, even if there were not evidences about relations between Al Qaeda (a terrorist group that attacked the World Trade Center in 2001) and Iraq. The documentary is opportune at this time more than ever, because the elections in the States occur next November. Also, the film follows a traditional prescription used by Moore in his others documentaries (as Roger And Me and Bowling for Columbine): showing common stories of unknown people to talk about important problems. Finally, Fahrenheit 9/11 is completely transparent with the people: Michael Moore does not hide his political preferences, which is important advantage in a democracy.

First, it is essential to say that Michael Moore does not use his new documentary as an ideal way to simply attack George W. Bush. Moore criticized Bush’s administration – from the controversial victory of the Republicans in 2000 to the invasion of Iraq in 2003 –, but always shows solid facts and official documents that justify his thesis. That is why Fahrenheit 9/11 is opportune: American voters have a unique chance to know a lot of information about Bush’s government and the decision to send American troops to Iraq. The National Elections, which will happen in November 2nd, can suffer some effects of Moore’s documentary.

Second, another particular trait of Fahrenheit 9/11’s director is the extreme ability to telling little personal stories of common people and, from these stories, justifying his statements. Interviews with parents of some soldiers who are in Iraq or who died after going to the Middle East are impressive and moving. Moore uses this resource to be certain that his message gets to everyone who watches the movie. Also, the public feel more close to the main idea of the documentary.

Finally, it is possible to say that Fahrenheit 9/11 is totally fair with the public. Michael Moore has never rejected his preference for the Democratic Party in the United States. Moore has no shame to show to his country that he is against Bush’s method of government. Moore’s position in favor of John Kerry’s candidature is explicit and clear, following a basic conception of democracy and liberty of expression. If all directors, actors or personalities should have courage to expose their political positions – and justifying their conceptions –, the world would be better than nowadays, and probably the United States of America would be administrated by someone more prepared than George W. Bush.

Therefore, it is clear that the devastating success of Fahrenheit 9/11 around the world (the documentary was the winner of the Festival of Cannes in 2004) is a result of a competent documentary’s work, an excellent method of affect the public and a perfect time to talks about politics. It is a good signal that American people have been discussing about their government after Fahrenheit 9/11 starts in the cinemas. Whether this documentary is really the decisive blow to topple Bush’s administration, only the time will say. Certainly, however, this film is a victory of the democracy and a hope that better days are ahead in the White House.

Escrito por Fabio às 18h13
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