Famous for his attacks on Republicans, outspoken filmmaker and activist Michael Moore long ago also staked out a provocative position left of the neoliberal Clinton/Obama/Biden-led Democratic party. But despite becoming a leading progressive figure, Moore has largely stayed clear—at least cinematically–from environmental topics…until now. Working with life-long friend and frequent collaborator, Jeff Gibbs, on the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day they released their new myth-shattering film, Planet of the Humans (POTH) free over YouTube. Self-described as “a full frontal assault on our sacred cows,” it has ignited a firestorm, drawing fierce condemnation from within the environmental community and praise from conservatives long skeptical of renewables. Buoyed by the swirling controversy and the scores of editorials and reviews published internationally, the ensuing media buzz has propelled viewership: an astonishing 6 million plus have streamed it since it dropped on the 24th of April. No stranger to controversy, the surprising success of Moore’s first film, Roger & Me, a powerful take on globalization and General Motors, vaulted him into the spotlight. Since then, from his perch in … Continue reading A Heated Debate: the New Film “Planet of the Humans”