BOLIVIA
We discuss how charity and memory are bound together with geo-politics. An analysis of similarities and differences in the ways photographs and souvenirs trace encounters as relics of a trinketizing touristic countenance with "photogenic poverty" is urgent. A critical political response would aim to do more than the infantilizing gestures of charity and aid. Make bullshit history. more...
LAOS
To finish a rough day, the only food in town, the same as in all small places in Laos, was a simple but expensive noodle soup. I guess we'll write about the terribly expensive Lao food in the future, highlighting that Thailand was way cheaper. Ah, and their famous green papaya salad, without papaya. more...
CUBA
The street-level imagery of Bye Bye Havana clutches the viewer's throat with undeniable power. Seeing the people of Cuba living in rampant squalor delivers a rabbit punch to the audience's collective conscience.buy DVD
ECUADOR
With a reputation of being the fiercest warriors in the Amazon, the Waorani have never been conquered or colonized.
But since Oil Companies have entered their territory, they have made "deals", oil for a pack of noodles and two soccer balls, deals in exchange for nothing.
The Waorani will continue to struggle for their survival, but in order to preserve their homeland and culture they have, paradoxically, adopted modern ways. watch documentary...
WORLD TRAVEL
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.Go!
