UK Premiere Screening – Collapse

The Frontline Club is proud to welcome Chris Smith, the director of "American Movie" & "The Yes Men" back to the club with his new documentary Collapse.

A former Los Angeles police officer turned investgative journalist, Michael Ruppert predicted the current financial crisis in his self-published newsletter. While most analysists were in denial of the impending disaster Ruppert was sounding the alarm of a potential apocalyptic future. Drawing from data and news stories he explains his view on where we are heading in the face of fierce opposition.

Part interview, part character study, Collapse is a fascinating exploration of an incredibly intriguing character which will leave your head spinning through his theories long after you’ve seen it.

Directed by Chris Smith
Produced by Kate Noble
82 mins
2009