About the film
American Radical: The Trials of Norman Finkelstein is an 84-minute documentary about the life of American academic Norman Finkelstein. Directed and produced by Nicolas Rossier and David Ridgen, the film features Finkelstein as well as people who support and oppose him, including Noam Chomsky and Alan Dershowitz. It is an English-language documentary released in 2009.
The countries associated with the film are Canada, the United States, Israel, and Lebanon. Its focus is Finkelstein’s life, with perspectives from people on different sides of the debate around him. That makes the film a choice for viewers seeking a documentary centered on an academic and the varied responses to his work and public profile.
The listed runtime offers a concise feature-length account rather than a series, and its named participants provide a sense of the range of voices represented.
Who it is for
This film may interest viewers exploring Norman Finkelstein’s life and public profile. It also suits audiences looking for a documentary that includes supporters and opponents.
Worth knowing
- 84-minute runtime
- Centers on Norman Finkelstein
- Features supporters and opponents
- Includes Noam Chomsky and Alan Dershowitz
Before you press play
- Focuses on one academic
- English-language presentation
The short of it
American Radical brings together Finkelstein and people on opposing sides of his public life. Its focus is specific, and the film’s range of participants is a key reason to consider it.