After a previously sold out show in April, The Cartel returned to Westfield, New Jersey this week -- and audiences loved it.
The Westfield Patch writes:
Viewers came from all over the area: Edison, Newark, even New York City."We had a good showing in Westfield last time," said Bowdon. "We sold out last time, so that's why we wanted to come back."
[...] The audiences laughed, gasped and hissed along with the film, and engaged in spirited discussion with Bowdon when he asked for questions.
"The Cartel" calls for nationwide education reform, using examples mostly from urban New Jersey schools. The film illustrates the high spending and poor performance of many district schools, the dominance of teachers' unions have on New Jersey politics and the demonization of school vouchers and charter schools. The audience seemed to respond well to the film, with many members prefacing their questions with comments expressing support. The comments were similar to those from the first screening in Westfield.
"People register outrage when they see this film," he said.
Outrage indeed! The Cartel is getting that reaction all over the country. More screenings are being added and the DVD will be available in August or September. Don't miss this film!