Michael Moore

Personal context

Summary

Michael Moore is a documentary filmmaker, producer, author, and political commentator known for Roger & Me, Bowling for Columbine, Fahrenheit 9/11, and Sicko. His work and public commentary repeatedly address corporate power, economic inequality, gun violence, health care, war, and American politics. He has used award speeches and election tours to oppose the Iraq War and Republican candidates, campaigned for Democratic and progressive candidates, and publicly supported Black Lives Matter, Occupy Wall Street, women’s reproductive rights, and equal pay. He has also criticized Democratic leaders and party practices, while his public record is strongly identified with left-wing political advocacy.