What makes it different from others?

SERIOUSLY. This is what the crap Hollywood still puts out?

Lack of good storyline.

A Brilliant Conflict

I spotted this on Amazon Prime video and decided to take a look, I've never been a huge fan of Russell Brand and was curious about the content.I found this documentary to be thought provoking and well worth watching. Russell Brand has gained my respect because I believe he is, in his own inimitable style, trying to open people's eyes to the gross inequalities of life in Britain today. I felt compelled to write this review having seen a couple of negative comments about looting, nobody bothered to mention the bankers? This documentary explains in simple terms about the economic crisis and the application of austerity measures to the detriment of those least able to afford it and it does it in a way that keeps you watching to the very end. I do not think It will ever change the opinions of those with closed minds, but for anyone else it should at least make you think, I thoroughly recommend watching this documentary.

This documentary, as led by Russell Brand and directed by Michael Winterbottom, essentially shows where unbridled capitalism takes us. We live in a time where a cleaner earns 300 times less than his/her boss, and if all bankers in the UK would give up their salary for one day, they would double what said cleaners would make for a YEAR.Also, lest not forget that no UK (nor anywhere else, really) bankers are spending time in jail if they are sentenced for economic crimes. A man may be jailed for a year for stealing orange juice - as shown in the documentary, yes, really - but not any bankers. Why? They make the rules, you see, with the corporations. That's what you get.Brand/Winterbottom aren't gripes. They also show ways to try to get away from the bad stuff, from the poorer turning more poor and the wealthier getting more money. I mean, 80 people own more than half of the money in the World. 80 people, of which some are merely heirs, like the Wal-Mart heirs. By the way, did you know that Wal-Mart employees receive 8 billion American dollars per year in social benefits, as they don't receive a salary that enables them to make ends meet? This is not an American phenomena; the documentary examines that, and Tescos, and it's naturally not a US/UK phenomenon, it's everywhere, mate! Check this out. It's a well-worth ride. It's your life, basically, whether you like it or not, and of where we're heading. I wish they'd discussed how corporations are treating the environment and how that'll turn us on our heads in about 10 years' time, because that's roughly how long we have left to change things before they become irreversible and humanity is doomed. Some Naomi Klein, anyone? Don't take the Matrix pill that lets you continue being an ostrich. Go on, see the trews.

The Pros:1) This is a very well made documentary in true Brand style - no holds barred presentation of the facts. 2) Winterbottom, Brand and their team should be congratulated for capturing a true reflection of current financial inequality and hardship in Britain (and to some extent, globally). 3) Easy to watch and relate to. Hard not to agree with everything Brand says, with compelling evidence of banking system corruption, government secret deals and corporate tax avoidance.I particularly enjoyed the scenes with the kids at the school and thought the analogy about sharing toys equally was powerful.Cons: Other than the obvious points: 1) that many of the figures presented could be argued for accuracy 2) the timing of the release to coincide with a British election is a bit suspicious. 3) very little if not zero critique of any Labour policies, therefore makes it clear where Brand's political party allegiance lies, which is fine, but it appears to be concealed.4) Whilst the subject matter is painfully true and this film should be seen by everyone - it is very light on any form of prescription or a "what to do next" or "what can you do now". Obviously the team have decided not to take that route - but it seems a missed opportunity if someone sits through 90 minutes, agrees with it and then goes back to watching Eastenders afterwards. Even a "Subscribe to the Trews" link would have been better than nothing... youtube.com/user/russellbrandConclusionRussell, thanks for putting yourself on the line to speak for the gross inequalities that exist in Britain. Regardless of what your motives might be - you are doing a great service to the human race.This film should be shown free and played on loop in the hope that Occupy or whatever organisation comes next - can be more widely mobilised in order to be successful.

Entertaining film concerning some of the inequalities present in the UK. Brand takes on the banking policies that caused the 2008 crisis. Calling for bankers for their risky behavior to pay the price rather than the most vulnerable through austerity cuts.Brand's delivery is typical of his comedic works lively with plenty light-hearted moments despite the largely serious content presented such as: disabled people losing their benefits and council estates being privatized by UK councils. Overall, those interested in an alternative to current system of governance will find this film a breath of fresh air and interesting insight into the future of our society.