Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis.

Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work?

Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?

Tickets: $10 or FREE for Lawrence Arts Center members! Click here to become a member.

Come early for an adult Club Fair in the lobby! If you have a club and would like to table at this event, please email: info@freestatefilmfest.com