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ANYONE CAN SAY I, BUT WHO SAYS WE?

Anyone Can Say I, But Who Says We? is very interesting as an older person who finds the discussion of democracy to be crucial, and it makes me happy to see Austrian students learning a hands-on version of what it is.

The student made documentary follows a class of students learning about democratic systems by creating one in their class, including voting for leaders, establishing councils (like Congress) and setting rules.

The best thing about this film is learning the degree that people must go to create a democracy, as shown by these bright students. The rehabilitation of a neighboring building is a bit confusing, although reading the film's notes helps explain the similarity between the rehab of democracy and rehab of a state building. But the story sets the stage for understanding more about community systems and the mundane reality of well-run democracies!

The cinematography is thorough, showing art pieces, interesting angles of buildings and close ups of faces, hands and expressions. The students wear clothing typical of contemporary young people in Austria today. The contrast between the Roman sculptures' attire in the government building accents the difference between "then" and "now." The contrast in attire us an effective way to show that democracy is an old notion of how to govern society in a civilized way, regardless of fashion. I enjoyed all of the characters but none stand out in particular. The producers and director should be commended for the importance of creating a film about this topic. The film has a consistent interest, but few favorite moments. This film would work well in a classroom setting for middle school and high school students, or at a film festival focusing on democracy and education.

This film is sacred, detailed work to preserve AND to create a democratic system of governance.

I give Anyone Can Say I, But Who Says We? 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. By Nancy K., KIDS FIRST!

Anyone Can Say I, But Who Says We? is very interesting as an older person who finds the discussion of democracy to be crucial, and it makes me happy to see Austrian students learning a hands-on version of what it is.

The student made documentary follows a class of students learning about democratic systems by creating one in their class, including voting for leaders, establishing councils (like Congress) and setting rules.

The best thing about this film is learning the degree that people must go to create a democracy, as shown by these bright students. The rehabilitation of a neighboring building is a bit confusing, although reading the film's notes helps explain the similarity between the rehab of democracy and rehab of a state building. But the story sets the stage for understanding more about community systems and the mundane reality of well-run democracies!

The cinematography is thorough, showing art pieces, interesting angles of buildings and close ups of faces, hands and expressions. The students wear clothing typical of contemporary young people in Austria today. The contrast between the Roman sculptures' attire in the government building accents the difference between "then" and "now." The contrast in attire us an effective way to show that democracy is an old notion of how to govern society in a civilized way, regardless of fashion. I enjoyed all of the characters but none stand out in particular. The producers and director should be commended for the importance of creating a film about this topic. The film has a consistent interest, but few favorite moments. This film would work well in a classroom setting for middle school and high school students, or at a film festival focusing on democracy and education.

This film is sacred, detailed work to preserve AND to create a democratic system of governance.

I give Anyone Can Say I, But Who Says We? 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. By Nancy K., KIDS FIRST!

At the Senior Class of a New Middle school in Lower Austria, currently the topic of "democracy" has been dealt with. Although the pupils have been divided into two groups due to the Corona pandemic, they should learn how to make decisions collectively as part of a class council. At the same time in a different location, covered chandeliers and offices wrapped in tarpaulins hint at the state of an abandoned pomp building. While empty meeting rooms and old lecterns are being renovated in the Austrian parliament building, the pupils find themselves in the new roles of their everyday school-life. What processes and conflicts are the young people confronted with, at a time when life as a class community is being put to the test?