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Canada and the United States



Emma Goldman: An Exceedingly Dangerous Woman. Written, produced and directed by Mel Bucklin. 2004; color; 90 minutes. Distributed by PBS.

Controversy followed Emma Goldman throughout her long life (1865–1940), yet it remains surprising that sixty-four years after her death modern Comstocks still lack the fortitude to face a life so fully lived. According to the Washington Post, fifty-one frames had to be cut from the film, no discussion of her contemporary relevance was permitted, living anarchist comrades were almost entirely excluded from the discussion, and more negative criticism had to be added before PBS executives would give the project the green light (March 11, 2004). Nevertheless, Mel Bucklin has produced a provocative, admirable, and highly engaging film. . . .

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