A Bold Peace
“One nation's quest to abandon the fever of war.”
Synopsis
Over 65 years ago, when Costa Rica became the largest nation in the world to disband their military, they redirected national resources towards public education and universal health care, fostering a wide middle class and a society committed to inclusion. Since then, Costa Rica has earned the number one spot in the Happy Planet Index, a ranking of countries based on measures of environmental protection and the happiness and health of its citizens. This documentary brings attention to Costa Rica's inspirational national project, examining the true value of happiness, health, and nonviolence as a defense policy. Pointed contrasts are made with recent U.S. debates over austerity, the military industrial complex and the "permanent war" economy.
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A Bold Peace: Costa Rica's Path of Demilitarization (trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-02-23
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 11, 2016
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matthew Eddy, Michael Dreiling
- Original Title
- A Bold Peace
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Bullfrog Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matthew Eddy, Michael Dreiling
Al Jubitz
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Matthew Eddy
Director
Michael Dreiling
Director
Al Jubitz
Producer
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What is A Bold Peace about?
Over 65 years ago, when Costa Rica became the largest nation in the world to disband their military, they redirected national resources towards public education and universal health care, fostering a wide middle class and a society committed to inclusion. Since then, Costa Rica has earned the number one spot in the Happy Planet Index, a ranking of countries based on measures of environmental protection and the happiness and health of its citizens. This documentary brings attention to Costa Rica's inspirational national project, examining the true value of happiness, health, and nonviolence as a defense policy. Pointed contrasts are made with recent U.S. debates over austerity, the military industrial complex and the "permanent war" economy.
Who directed A Bold Peace?
A Bold Peace was directed by Matthew Eddy, Michael Dreiling.
Who stars in A Bold Peace?
The principal cast of A Bold Peace includes Oscar Arias, Roberto Zamora, Christiana Figueres.
When was A Bold Peace released and how long is it?
A Bold Peace was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.