If a Tree Falls: A Story of the Earth Liberation Front (2011) Synopsis

Marshall Curry's documentary tells a timely story of political action and environmental beliefs at Loggerheads. His reconstruction of the recent history and unraveling of the Earth Liberation Front (ELF) is a fascinating exploration of a modern revolutionary movement and it's efficacy. Focusing on Oregon-based activist Daniel McGowan, Curry relates the tale of a mild-mannered, middle-class citizen driven to extremes and brought to trial on charges of terrorism for his participation in ELF-related arson plots.—Anonymous

Marshall Curry's documentary tells a timely story of political action and environmental beliefs at Loggerheads. His reconstruction of the recent history and unraveling of the Earth Liberation Front (ELF) is a fascinating exploration of a modern revolutionary movement and it's efficacy. Focusing on Oregon-based activist Daniel McGowan, Curry relates the tale of a mild-mannered, middle-class citizen driven to extremes and brought to trial on charges of terrorism for his participation in ELF-related arson plots.—Anonymous

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