“An excellent, moving treatment of the Vietnam War as told by an often overlooked group of veterans, this is a worthy supplement to American history curricula or Alaskan.”

“✮✮✮ stars, Video Librarian

A deeply affecting film that powerfully focuses on the plight of one particular group of Vietnam veterans while also illuminating issues that affected all, this is recommended.”

“an Intimate Account of Village Life, the Vietnam War and the Veteran Condition”

“A powerful and disturbing look at what happens to peaceful men, for whom hunting is key to their community’s survival, when their aim is repurposed in service of a murderous war”

“...this artful documentary makes clear that the costs of the war at home are still being incurred almost 50 years later.”

“Hunting in Wartime masterfully pulls together the tough but critical issues of the impact of war on soldiers—especially following their return home—and the way Alaskan native communities have been repeatedly oppressed...”

“Multilayered and Nuanced Story about Struggle, Survival and Healing.”

“Take to the road with internationally renowned folk poet and progressive queer artist/activist Alix Olson and manager/filmmaker Samantha Farinella in this intimate portrait that follows the duo across the country while highlighting spoken word performances and fueling the never-ending struggle to promote independent thought. Igniting and inspiring audiences wherever she may travel, Olson uses her witty and sympathetic voice to highlight a grassroots struggle against intolerance that is as entertaining as it is poignant.”

“(Left Lane) takes you on the road with fun, funky, and fiery Alix the Great: irresistable force… she may just infect you with optimism… Olson is running at full velocity. ”

“One standout film is Left Lane.. which takes the viewer along as Olson performs in places ranging from Nebraska to the Michigan Womyn’s Music Festival. The 29 yr. old Olson is a mesmerizing firebrand, a joyful dyke-feminist preacher.”

“A well-staged introduction to the poet and queer activist hailed by historian Howard Zinn as a serious thinker. Passionate anger is rarely this attractive, or entertainment this demanding.”

“Editor’s Pick & DVD of the Month”

“Ready for a political and cultural revolution? Well, sit back and watch Left Lane: On the Road with Folk Poet Alix Olson... Left Lane shows more than just a rebel with a cause. We see the remarkable response of her audiences, fellow artist-activists, and a voice that just won’t quit...Pieces like “America’s On Sale” and “Pirates” echo George Carlin, Lenny Bruce and the Beat generation.. a candid look at a woman rake(ing) issues of race, class, gender, and sexuality through the coals is definitely inspiring.”

“Films like LEFT LANE are forms of activism as well as entertainment; they complement and celebrate the gay rights movement, highlighting current injustices, reminding us of what has yet to be done.”