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Join or Die is a 2023 American documentary film regarding community connections and club participation, based on the work of political scientist Robert Putnam. [1]

The film includes interviews with Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker. [2]

Putnam's research into social capital were popularized by his 2000 book Bowling Alone . [3]

Reception

Join or Die has a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 based on 20 reviews. [4]

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References

  1. "JOIN or DIE: Film Screening with Bob Putnam – Center for American Political Studies". Center for American Political Studies. Harvard University. 2023. Archived from the original on August 25, 2023. Retrieved August 25, 2023.
  2. Seitz, Matt Zoller. "SXSW 2023: No Ordinary Campaign, The Arc of Oblivion, Join or Die | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert". www.rogerebert.com.
  3. Ninesling, Chris Hughes, Rosie (March 17, 2023). "The Films We Loved Most at SXSW 2023".{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  4. "Join or Die". Rotten Tomatoes.