What if you lived by the largest body of fresh water in the world but could no longer afford to use it? The Water Front is the story of an American city–Highland Park, MI–in crisis, but it is not just about water. The story touches on the very essence of our democratic system and is an unnerving indication of what is in store for residents around the world facing their own water struggles. (53 minutes, 2007). The film raises questions such as: Who determines the future of shared public resources? What are alternatives to water privatization? How will we maintain our public water systems, and whom can we hold accountable?

Join us for a discussion of this award-winning film with associate director Curtis D. Smith immediately following the film. Light refreshments will be served.