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244 min0documentaryWorth seeking out
6.7/ 10(29 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

In the fall semester at the University of California, Berkeley, tuition hikes and budget cuts ignite passionate debates among students, faculty, and administrators.

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What Critics Say

Frederick Wiseman’s long documentary sometimes feels like a promotional video, but the emphasis on ideas is refreshing.
Peter BradshawRead full article
September 11, 2014
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Why Watch

  • See students debate tuition hikes at UC Berkeley.
  • Meet faculty discussing budget cuts and their impact.
  • Find out how financial pressures shape academic life.

Did You Know

  • The documentary has a runtime of 244 minutes.
  • Frederick Wiseman is a direct cinema pioneer.
  • The film focuses on the University of California, Berkeley.

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University funding debatesCalifornia education policyStudent activism
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Who directed the documentary 'At Berkeley'?

Frederick Wiseman directed the documentary 'At Berkeley'.

What major issues are discussed in 'At Berkeley'?

The documentary discusses tuition hikes and budget cuts affecting higher education at the University of California, Berkeley.

What is the duration of the documentary 'At Berkeley'?

The duration of 'At Berkeley' is 244 minutes.

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