From the beginning, breast cancer action consulted on and was a resource for this documentary made by the canadian film. I learned quite a bit about breast cancer, as i was told there was a chance it could come back. The hypothesis is valid, and the films criticism of komen and others for getting into bed with polluters like ford, eli lilly, and various. Read pink ribbons inc breast cancer and the politics of philanthropy ebook free. Each year, millions of dollars are raised in the name of breast cancer, but. I had a mild form of great cancer, that was treated very aggressively. Pink ribbons leave some seeing red in quebecbased director. Read free full pink ribbons, inc breast cancer and the politics of philanthropy read ebook. The book inspired a 2012 national film board of canada documentary, pink ribbons, inc. As a parent of two young children, i dont get to the movies nearly as much as id like. Feb 06, 2012 a good way to start a debate among 10 randomly selected individuals would be to have them view lea pools pink ribbons inc and have at each other. I find the campain, and the video hello, shirtless men highly refreshing compared to some of the other stuff that show up around this time of year.
So then who really benefits from the pink ribbon campaigns the cause or the company. This is the official description from the films website or imdb page. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker lea pool, pink ribbons, inc. But the campaign obscures the reality and facts of breast cancer, more and more women are diagnosed. Sep 15, 2011 indignant and subversive, pink ribbons, inc. The information was very accurate and the documentary was balanced. The hypothesis is valid, and the films criticism of komen and others for getting into bed with polluters like ford, eli lilly, and various cosmetics companies is its most convincing and. A well written, wellproduced film, which should be watched, mulled over, and discussed. Far from projecting pessimism, the film showcases the tremendous willpower and manpower that these threeday walks engender. The film probes into the world of causemarketing and breast cancer in an attempt to get people to think critically about what is involved in corporate fundraising.
Pink ribbons are most commonly seen during national breast cancer awareness month. Ascii ribbon campaign yellow ribbon campaign of myanmar blue ribbon online free speech campaign. Despite the billions of dollars that have been raised over the years, cancer rates have also risen to a. Pink ribbons inc the people behind the film nfb blog. We will strive to make every woman feel complete and balanced through properly fit and beautiful garments. First run features the film center building 630 ninth avenue suite 12 new york ny 10036 phone. A fascinating look at the devastating reality of breast cancer, which marketing experts.
Wonderful and dark look at an organization with a once pristine image. October is also breast cancer awareness month last year my posts during october focused more on breast cancer so heres a look at some posts from the archives. But who really benefits from the pink ribbon campaigns the cause or the company. Pink ribbons is an expose on all the breast cancer awareness campaigns that are being promoted so much in the media by commercial companies, in order for them to sell more products. Jun 11, 2012 june 11, 2012 participants at the 2010 avon walk for breast cancer, san francisco, as seen in the documentary pink ribbons inc. The film raises the question of whether branding the disease has taken precedence over preventing it. Jun 26, 2012 whatever your starting point, the film helps ask the right questions and provokes powerful responses. The ubiquitous pink ribbons of breast cancer philanthropy and the handinhand marketing of brands and products. Breast cancer and the politics of philanthropy by samantha king publication date. A privileged area for international buyers and festivals to screen our newest films and trailers in. Breast cancer and the politics of philanthropy, upon which this film is based and who is also interviewed at length. Pink ribbons inc really confirmed what i was thinking that cause related marketing was taking over and the real issues with breast cancer are losing ground. Your man reminder is an app and a campaign done by rethink breast cancer.
June 11, 2012 participants at the 2010 avon walk for breast cancer, san francisco, as seen in the documentary pink ribbons inc. Breast cancer has become the poster child of corporate causerelated marketing campaigns. The nfls pink campaign, in which all the nfl players wore pink shoes or something pink on their uniforms one week to raise awareness of breast cancer was severely criticized by samantha king, the author of pink ribbons, inc. It opened in canadian theatres on february 3, 2012, a date which coincided with the reversal of a controversial. And yet ive seen the canadian documentary pink ribbons, inc.
Trailer documentary 2012 international documentary. Following is a short bio of each person who appeared in the film pink ribbons inc. I did not know all the information presented in pink ribbons, and it was very interesting. Pink ribbons, inc the official trailer the globe and mail. May 16 2020 the medical industrial complex meets the fda what happens when the medical industrial complex meets the fda. Each year, millions of dollars are raised in the name of breast cancer, but where does this money go and what does it actually achieve. It presents a thorough history of how the pink ribbons became big business, while transforming female breast cancer into a hurdle that can or could always be fought, overcome and ultimately defeated if only the women facing it have the right attitude. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing pink ribbons, inc. This is a pity, because the film highlights legitimate concerns that others.
This documentary with a 2012 release date is neither inspirational, nor a film that will motivate you to work on your health. Were very curious about a controversial new documentary opening in the u. Breast cancer and the politics of philanthropy by samantha king, associate professor of kinesiology and health studies at queens. Pink ribbons mastectomy and lymphedema boutique will strive to assist each woman who comes through our doors regain or maintain her selfesteem and good body image that was altered during and after her breast cancer treatment. Many people have asked about the connection between bcaction, pink ribbons, inc. Jeannette catsoulis, new york times the new documentary pink ribbons, inc. Tied up with more than hope a documentary on breastcancer culture critiques the pinkribbon movement, questioning its corporate links and its dubious. A fascinating look at the devastating reality of breast cancer, which marketing experts have labelled a dream cause, and. Free pdf pink ribbons, inc breast cancer and the politics of philanthropy book online.
Everything you need to know about pink ribbons, inc. Pink ribbons, and the color pink in general, identify the wearer or promoter with the breast cancer brand and express moral support for women with breast cancer. Countless women and men walk, bike, climb and shop for the cure. The film is based on the 2006 book pink ribbons, inc. The film looks at the issue from many different aspects. The pink ribbon is an international symbol of breast cancer awareness. Because it neglects to mention a major causal link for the epidemic rates of breast cancer found in this part of the world.
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