I think the Counterpunch review makes some interesting points and I hope that Michael Moore takes them on board - I think it's important for those on the left to keep him honest because I'm sure there is a danger of all the adulation going to his head.

That said, I do feel that the review is extremely picky about a number of things. The movie needs to be reviewed from the point of view of the audience that Moore is aiming at. Their knowledge and assumptions about Iraq (and other issues) have been entirely shaped by the mainstream US media so they're just not ready for the type of discussion that Counterpunch wants to have. Hopefully though, after seeing the movie lots of the audience will start to seek out alternative media and pretty soon they will be ready for the Counterpunch discussion. One thing is for sure though, the reports from the US show that the 'common' people there are really loving the movie and they're going to it in huge numbers - apparently it's opening weekend was bigger than 'Return of the Jedi's' . I think Moore has provided a bridge to readical analysis and I wouldn't be surprised if Counterpunch's readership increased dramatically because of it.

Hey Pedro - do you disagree that bfm is acceptable left now? if so, let's hear your arguement.

Sarah: it's nice to have some confirmation from someone on the frontlines. I think it's that unspoken aspect that makes it so hard to explain to people how the process works