The documentary seeks to study and understand the mind and how conditioning has shaped our goals, our beliefs and society. We look at the world that seems to be categorized by color, and class differences. We are often separated by unmerited bias and xenophobia of one another, where differences seem to outweigh the similarities. This study seeks to enlighten, provoke thought, and empower individuals within a particular group to seek truth without fear of rejection. We hope this film presents a mirror to see the control mechanisms of conditioning, revealing a perspective of life without its influences.
This was a great interview at the home of Ambassador Andrew Young. He spoke with us fresh off the plane from Germany. He describes how advertising has altered our values and monetized the way we think of love. Diann wasn't feeling good and he was tired but the information was priceless!
We had a wonderful insightful interview with Casey's Uncle, the Legendary, Mr. Henry "Hank" Aaron. He gave us an incredible perspective about what success really is. It's not in the fortune and fame that we have been conditioned to believe. We can't wait, you will see a side of him you've never seen before!
We met with Ricardo, who is a stylist across the street from Dr. Akbar's office and childhood home. We discussed how the conditions of the community have changed. Ricardo also gave us a great definition of Success and what it means to him.
We met with Dr. Naim Akbar, who has been acclaimed as "one of the worlds preeminent psychologists." He is a professor of psychology, gives lectures and has appeared on Oprah. He helped us understand the four steps of healing from a traumatic experience, which leads us to what we first have to do in order to begin a process of reconditioning. Dr. Akbar gave us a very insightful interview. He has a great sense of humor as well!
We interviewed with Rune Engelbreth Larsen, He is a Danish Writer, Historian, and a Columnist for the daily newspaper the "Politiken." He exposed us to the word "Xenophobia", by way of youtube. He is very outspoken about the xenophobia found in politics and immigration restrictions.
We spoke with the Editor-in-Chief of the Danish Daily Newspaper the "POLITIKEN," Toger Seidenfaden. He informed us about the Danish Xenophobia that exists today and the reason why the people in Denmark are so happy.....
Christianshavn, a village that has an independent government right inside Denmark.... We are at a restaurant that specializes in making burgers. Casey ate her burger while doing the interview... (I couldn't wait!) We interviewed an interesting half Danish, half Columbian man Rafael. Born in America but raised in Denmark, he knows nothing about his Columbian roots. He prefers to be called Ralf.
We sat down in the home of a magnificent Danish photographer of life and public speaker Jacob Holdt, he gave us his wisdom about racism in America and Europe. Check out his work from his experiences as a hitchhiker living in poor areas in America. www.american-pictures.com
Charles Sune from North Carolina was in Berlin on business. We spoke to him at first looking at him as a White man, not really concerned about his origin. We then found out that his parents came from (father) Puerto Rico and (mother) France.
As we were leaving the monument, some people from Iran were setting up a candle light vigil for six people that were hung by the Iranian Government. There we met Dr. Mansour, he explained that if he returned to his country he would be killed because of his views on democracy. The people that were hung that day, as he explains, were just regular people, (a teacher, a social worker) who spoke out for freedom.
Gabriel from Germany approached us and wanted to take our picture, so we allowed him, under one condition.... If he allowed us to interview him.. and so we did! He told us he found out that Xenophobia exists even with people that share the same race. Interesting!
We had a great conversation with Tanya & Elleni, didn't want it to end! Aside from all of the topics we discussed, Tanya said that we didn't know what a real tomato tastes like.. because our tomatoes are plastic. She invited us to meet her in her home town of Bolivia to know what real produce should taste like. So we agreed.
Young man adopted out of Korea by a German family, shared with us what it was like for him as a child being raised in a small town in Germany. He illustrated the reactions people have when they realize he knows nothing about the Korean Culture.
We spoke with two friends from Northern France Claire on the left and Mariella on the right.. When I approached them, they were actually discussing social conditioning, how we are taught not to be open to other people and cultures. Coincidence? ... I think not.
Stephanie, a French Librarian was visiting Berlin to visit other University libraries in order to construct a new University Library in France. Says that books will never go extinct. Because education will always be needed.
Met with Advertising Graphics Director. He talked about what came first, The Image or the Desire. He says that the image is created first so that we desire it.
Noely Londa, a Sociology student at Westminster College. She shares her experience having to leave the Congo in hopes for a better life in London. She said that studying sociology has helped her not to be judgmental of other people.
We met a man in the Laundry Mat, Peter Wardle, a famous portrait artist in London and abroad. He gave his take on life and how he doesn't take it too seriously!
Kenice tells us about the different parts of town in London and her experiences living there. Her perspective of Black people in America as being a strong collective unit for change.
INTENSE discussion with Jerry, born in Ghana, now living in London. Discussing his views on inter and outer cultural marriage options. He said he would never marry another African woman from any other place than Ghana, but wouldn't mind himself a PYT from the any of The States (USA) ....
American Phycology Professor, Dr. Heglar, has been teaching Phycology in Madrid for 25 years... Tells us all the ways our minds are so easily impressionable.
We went all the way to Madrid to meet Katie from ATLANTA! hello neighbor! She gave us great insight about living with a positive outlook on life and spanish love!!!!
Michael, otherwise known as Tao Jones, illustrates a very raw perspective of the influences that media has on society as a distraction from each person's individual purpose. Afterwards he serenaded us with his lyrical message and his guitar! Sweet...
Tiwa Williams, known as TIWAWORKS, has established himself in London, Nigeria, and in America in the entertainment and real estate business. Though he was born in London, England, he shares that no matter where a Nigerian is born in the world, they know they are a Nigerian, instilled with Nigerian culture and values.
Author and Motivational Speaker, Tony Gaskins, sat on the couch with Oprah sharing his experiences as a physical abuser and how he was able to overcome his conditioning. Now, he sits on the red sofa with 126Caselove and shares his wisdom nuggets about leadership and power.