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Originally posted by brianna
i think part of the problem with moore's films is the use of the word "documentary." I think we might all be happier if we could use the term "political commentary."
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1. Consisting of, concerning, or based on documents.
2. Presenting facts objectively without editorializing or inserting fictional matter, as in a book or film.
n. pl. doc·u·men·ta·ries
A work, such as a film or television program, presenting political, social, or historical subject matter in a factual and informative manner and often consisting of actual news films or interviews accompanied by narration.
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Obviously he is guilty of not following definition #2, but both other definitions fit right in with the movie.
This is beside the point though. He could have called it a "political commentary film" and he'd still be facing the same attacks.