Professor Robert Gliner spoke Monday in the advanced visual journalism class. He showed a couple of the more than 40 documentaries he has photographed and produced. Gliner is a sociologist and award-winning documentary film/video maker who brings insight and commitment to the subjects he covers.
His "Heifer Project" video is now showing across the country on PBS stations and is worthwhile watching. Gliner starts off in a US shopping mall talking to sales people and shoppers about buying stuff for Christmas. We get the point right away after about two minutes of people talking about buying useless gifts. Then, Gliner takes us on a tour around the world where the Heifer Project is making a difference.
Professor Gliner's work always has a message -- one that takes a hard look at American culture and capitalism. His newest project on San Jose State University's football program comes out next month.