It’s Basic looks at several pilot programs launched in the US that test the effects of giving everyday people an extra $500 to $1,000 monthly, with no strings attached. The film presents an unbiased account of the benefits, criticisms and outcomes of giving unconditional money to people in need and examines whether Basic Income pilot programs eradicate child poverty and level the racial playing field through community-centric solutions.
SPECIAL NOTE: This screening is part of a special event for MNFF Returning Honoree Marc Levin.
SCREENING INFORMATION
Date: Thursday, August 24
Time: 7:15pm
Location: Twilight Hall
CREDITS
Director: Marc Levin [Filmmaker to attend]
Producers: Daphne Pinkerson, Auri Akerele, Elizabeth Sehring
FILM INFORMATION
Genre: Documentary
Length: 76 minutes
Location: United States
Language: English