Speaking Freely Volume 1: John Perkins (Video 2007)

For many years John Perkins was an "economic hit man" in the world of international finance; a function he performed by persuading Third World countries to take on large -scale public works... See full summary »

Director:

Philippe Diaz

Stars:

John Perkins

Cast

Credited cast:
John Perkins	...	Himself - Interviewee / Author

Storyline

For many years John Perkins was an "economic hit man" in the world of international finance; a function he performed by persuading Third World countries to take on large -scale public works projects. Today, we recognize that these types of projects, financed by the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF), have served to enrich U.S. corporations while creating crippling debt for these countries, effectively turning them into American client states. Experiencing a change of heart, Perkins resigned from the business in 1981. After running a utility company, he founded the nonprofit organization, Dream Change Coalition, which works closely with Amazonian and other indigenous people to help preserve their environments and cultures. Take the time for a conversation with Perkins about globalization and inequality around the world.

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Plot Keywords:

globalization

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Genres:

Documentary

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

5 June 2007 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Cinema Libre Studio

Technical Specs

Runtime:

52 min

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Connections

Followed by Speaking Freely Volume 3: Ray McGovern (2007)

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