Friday, July 23, 2004

Fox Documentary Outflanks Traditional Media

The new documentary Outfoxed: Rupert Murdoch's War on Journalism exposes the laughable standards of truth at the news network that has given voice to blowhards such as Bill O'Reilly, Sean Hannity and Ann Coulter. But, the film's decision to bypass traditional models of distribution is an equally important aspect of its success, demonstrating that a large audience can be reached via a direct-to-consumer approach as opposed to relying on corporate-controlled cinema outlets. More than 50,000 copies of the Outfoxed have now been sold on the Internet, shooting this movie to the top of the charts on Amazon. Also, thousands of Americans saw the picture via special house parties organized by Moveon.org last weekend. Comments producer and director Robert Greenwald, ""Theatrical release is the least important part to this film."

BIRDS & BEES: The world's breast fighting force: Today's US Army is silicon friendly.

HOLLYWOOD: Driving David Hasselhof: Souped-up car from Knight Rider TV show being sold via E-Bay.

JOCKS: Cycling fans spit on Lance Armstrong: Time for Bill O'Reilly to organize another French boycott.

TECHNOLOGY: Golden and delicious: If you are a soldier who wants a hot meal but doesn't have a stove, then you're in luck!

TUNES: Journey with journey: Annoying bands from the 80s will have captive audience on upcoming cruise.

WEB SURF: Rock it, captain: Cover version of Pulp's "Common People" beams William Shatner into new career as a musician.

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