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Reel Power: Films Fueling the Energy Revolution!

October 7, 2010 BY Molly Murphy

Don’t you think a movement needs more than one good movie? We are excited to announce a new collaboration with ten groundbreaking filmmakers – Reel Power: Films Fueling the Energy Revolution!

The Reel Power film series tells the many stories of our energy crisis, and most importantly, community opportunities for sustainable growth. The series launches on November 23rd with the film Deep Down which premiers that night on PBS’s Independent Lens.

Here’s how you can join the excitement:

1. Spread the word!
Help us make our campaign go viral by sharing our new trailer with your friends through email and on your blog, Facebook page and Twitter.

2. Host a house party on November 23rd!
Put this date on your calendar to host a house party or community screening of Deep Down. We’ll send you more information on how to do this, shortly.

3. Stay connected!
Be sure to join us on Facebook.

Visit our website for more information on the series.

We look forward to bringing Reel Power to your community!

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