The Altered States of America is a documentary concerning America's image abroad. With the diverse voices of artists, comedians, intellectuals, and street interviews with citizens of multiple countries, the film addresses the problematic issue of growing anti-Americanism within the global community. It offers insight into conflicts within American media, education, and popular culture that further isolate the world's super power. It is a call to action for the American public to recognize and amend these issues to incite better relationships with the world at large. The film raises a new level of awareness for both America and its critics.
INTERVIEWS INCLUDE:
Noam Chomsky
Linguist
Soheila Ghaussey
Comparative Cultures expert
Toby Hargrave
Political Comedian
Alfred Hermida
BBC journalist
Robin Koerner
Co-creator of WatchingAmerica.com
Andrew Kohut
Director of the Pew Research Center
David Mack
Creator of "Kabuki" Comic Book
Tom Stalcup
President of CNNexposed.com
Bruce Stokes
International Economics Specialist
National Journal