[Peace-discuss] Re: Fahrenheit 911

Wed Jun 16 13:17:37 CDT 2004

I think we got a pretty good response.  Having the table inside is 
great. We just need to make sure that the literature doesn't run out. 
Any of us in the neighborhood could just check on it when we have the 
chance.  And if we keep some of the literature at the IMC, anyone 
could stop by and pick it up.  Although I live near the theater, I 
will be away from June 25 to July 3rd.  If they keep the film longer, 
I could stop by after I return.

Thanks Jan.

At 12:46 PM -0500 6/16/04, Jan & Durl Kruse wrote:
>Dear Peace List:
>Below is the response I received from Mr. Boardman at the Art 
>Theater.  When I spoke to Mrs. Boardman, she seemed interested in a 
>group possibly helping in the promoting of Fahrenheit 911 until I 
>mentioned that the group is called AWARE.  She asked what AWARE was 
>and when I told her she said: " I don't know about the Anti-War 
>part".  I mentioned that we were pretty much inline with the ideas 
>put forth in the movie and possibly could help promote it at the 
>Taste of Champaign.  As you can see from the reply this is more or 
>less about business.  Any more comments or further contact needed 
>with the ART ...let me know your suggestions.  Below Mr. Boardman's 
>rely is my original message to him.
>Jan Kruse
>
>From: <mailto:Greg at BoardmansTheatres.com>Greg, Boardman's Theatres
>To: <mailto:Greg at BoardmansTheatres.com>durljan at earthlink.net
>Sent: 6/16/04 1:53:54 AM
>Subject: Re: Fahrenheit 911
>
>Hi Jan,
>
>Yes, my wife told me you called. I just haven't had time to call 
>you. I appreciate your wanting to help promote the film.
>
>As for passing out literature:
>While many in attendance will be supportive, and not mind, there may 
>be others who simply want to enjoy the film. 
>Others may be there to evaluate it, and may have a contrary view.
>
>Because of its controversial political nature, "Fahrenheit 9/11" is 
>exactly the kind of film that should show in an independent movie 
>theatre.
>Many people are eager to see this film. For these reasons, I wanted 
>to show it.
>I made a business decision, and am not taking a political stance, by 
>showing this film.
>I believe all sides of issues should be heard. I try not to let my 
>personal views color my decisions in booking the theatres.
>
>Michael Moore is a talented filmmaker and has a position he wants to 
>encourage others to take.
>It is up to those who see the film, to decide if he is fair and 
>correct. I think everyone should have the opportunity to see it.
>How else can they discuss the film? I want to see it for this 
>reason. I'm sure it will give both sides 'ammunition' for discussion.
>
>However, I don't want anyone to be 'confronted' over this film or 
>any other that I show. Many patrons are simply out for an enjoyable
>evening at the movies. While the film is political in nature, it is 
>also entertainment. I want people to be entertained and have a good
>time. I don't want anyone to feel intimidated, confronted, or even 
>just approached on their way in or out of one of my theatres.
>I would recommend and find acceptable, your providing the literature 
>inside on a table, where patrons may choose to
>pick it up on their own. If you have a nice display similar to what 
>we have in place for "Super Size Me",
>it could be highly visible and available to all.
>
>If there was a controversial, well made, 'rebuttal film' to 
>"Fahrenheit 9/11" which people wanted to see in great numbers,
>I would show it as well. And I would also not be in favor of people 
>approaching my patrons with that viewpoint, because of the
>above stated reasons. But similarly, I would allow them to make 
>their literature available. I want to be fair to all, and allow 
>people
>with all viewpoints to feel comfortable when they attend one of my 
>theatres. If the theatre is known to be friendly to all,
>and to all viewpoints, there is greater opportunity to inform, 
>educate, and entertain. I do not want to be perceived as
>'taking sides' politically, in regard to the films I show at my theatres.
>
>If you have materials and a display which you'd like to set-up in 
>the lobby, get in touch with Martin at the Art.
>He will be able to supply you with flyers for helping to promote the film.
>
>Thanks,
>Greg
>
>
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: <mailto:durljan at earthlink.net>Jan & Durl Kruse
>To: <mailto:greg at BoardmansTheatres.com>greg at BoardmansTheatres.com
>Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2004 3:24 PM
>Subject: Fahrenheit 911
>
>Dear Mr. Boardman:
>I called your corporate number recently and spoke with your wife 
>about how AWARE might work together with you in the promotion of the 
>Michael Moore movie Fahrenheit 911.  We are a local group of 
>citizens in the Champaign/Urbana area named AWARE: Anti-War 
>Anti-Racism Effort.  We will be having a booth at the opening night 
>of the Taste of Champaign, also the movie's opening night of June 
>25.  We would like to promote the movie at the Taste and also would 
>like to request the possibility of passing out literature at the 
>theater during its run.  Our groups goals are very much in line with 
>the ideas that the movie will portray.  If we could work together 
>with you in some way please contact me and let me know.  We want to 
>encourage the local population to attend the movie.   Our group 
>meets weekly at the Urbana Independent Media Center on Sunday @ 5:00 
>PM.
>I may also be reached at 217-328-2789
>Thank you for your consideration!
>JAN Kruse
>
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>---Jan &  Durl Kruse
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