With the film’s backdrop of racial tension, Native American injustices, environmental pollution by large corporations and the invasion of new media into every home in America, it is hard not to draw parallels with today.
Dewey deeply believed that the potential of art to impact society in a tangible way was grossly under-utilized. Half a century after his death, the film of his life hopes to honor his legacy.
“I am not interested in devoting my life to a fringe curiosity or diversion. It is precisely because I feel that the theatre can function in a substantial and meaningful way that I choose to be a part of it.” – Ken Dewey
This is the the only film about his life.