Feb. 24, 2005
MEDIA ADVISORY
Contact: Carol Heil
Cell: (530) 312-2024
Documentary Filmmaker Mike Wilson to Speak at Cal Poly Tonight
SAN LUIS OBISPO – Filmmaker Mike Wilson, writer, director and producer of Michael Moore Hates America, will speak at Cal Poly tonight (February 24).
Wilson will speak on campus in Building 52, Room E27. Doors will open at 7:45 p.m. and Wilson will begin his presentation at 8 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Cal Poly College Republicans along with the Associated Students Incorporated and the Young Americas Foundation.
The clubs are encouraging members of the press to arrive at 7:30 p.m. for interviews with the speaker.
Wilson’s film, Michael Moore Hates America, has been applauded
by film critics, including Andrew Leigh from the National Review
and Robert Kohler from Variety. The movie was given "two thumbs
up" by Ebert and Roeper, and won Best Documentary at the SMMASH
Film Festival.
In producing his film, Wilson has worked with some of the most respected
names in the documentary world. He is currently touring the country
to discuss his film and its role in the national debate.
“The College Republicans, ASI and YAF are sponsoring this speaker so that students and the community alike will have the opportunity to consider the views of this American,” said College Republicans club member Carol Heil.
If you plan to cover this important event, please contact Carol Heil at (530) 312-2024.
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