"Nuclear on the Block" takes an intimate look at MIT’s nuclear research reactor and its history; features interviews with nuclear physicists and grad students who work there; examines the pros and cons of nuclear energy; and hits the streets to talk with local officials and those who call the reactor their neighbor.
"Nuclear on the Block" was produced by CCTV's Advanced Production: Project Documentary workshop. Student/Producers were: Julie Adler, Angel Aiguier, Therese Condit, Ann Cowan, Lauren Erwin, KC Forcier, Karma Lama, John Melczer, Tanya Powers and Rebecca Yadegar. Class mentors were Sarah Brett and Darcie DeAngelo. This production was facilitated by Shaun Clarke, Amy Mertl and Jason Ong.
"The Earth Moves" is a short documentary that examines the role of science and
religion in our society through the lens of Bertolt Brecht’s play “Life of Galileo.” The film
follows the trials and elations of a small theater company experimenting with such visually
dramatic elements as 10-ft puppets, carnival masks, and murals drenched with symbolism to
bring Brecht's vision of Galileo to life.
Galileo Galilei was a 17th-century astronomer who rocked Roman Catholic civilization when
he hypothesized that, contrary to widespread belief, the earth revolved around the sun. Due to
overwhelming pressure from church, state, and others in society who refused to accept that
Earth was not the center of the universe, Galileo eventually publicly recanted his views.
The film brings critical perspective to the controversial issue of evolution as it entertains the
ways in which Galileo's dilemma lives on today. Through in-depth discussions with scientists,
artists and religious scholars, the film modernizes the eternal conflict between spirituality and
reason that defined Galileo Galilei’s life and times, and ultimately shaped his destiny.
The filmmakers are Julie Adler, Sarah Brett, Ann Cowan, Darcie DeAngelo, Lauren Erwin, KC
Forcier, Amy Mertl, and Jason Ong.
BrewHaHa
From sterilization nightmares to bottling mishaps, they discover the art and science of brewing and appreciating craft beer. They also discover more about themselves and each other as they eagerly anticipate that first sip of their very own brew.
