The Fourth World War, a movie that captured fast paced, emotional footage of the major conflicts in the world was shown in 121 Sparks last night to about 50 students and professors, who looked on with shock in their eyes.

Takkeem Morgan (senior-communication arts and sciences) and members of CAS498A (Public Argument and Advocation) hosted the film, which was followed by a group discussion, where people shared their feelings about the movie.

"When I first saw the movie, it knocked me out of my seat," Morgan said. "I got the opportunity to do a public event in my CAS498A class that promoted public discussion, and I thought this would be the perfect chance."

The Fourth World War was directed and produced by Richard Rowley and Jacquelin Soohen, two young journalists from Big Noise Tactical Media.

Their footage is a product of over two years of filming in Argentina, South Africa, Mexico, Palestine and the United States, where conflicts persist between nations -- even within nations.

Kylie Lucchesi (sophomore-philosophy) said watching the film brought the pain of the world into her backyard.

"It was so powerful ... watching real people show their emotions made their tears feel like my tears," she said.

The conflicts between Palestine and Israel, Argentina's dictatorship and the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks were all showcased in the movie.

Tanya La Tortue (sophomore-marketing) said she felt extremely privileged to live in a country where she does not wake up fearing for her life.

"The movie made me realize that we take the things we have for granted," she said. "We turn a blind eye against the rest of the world while these people are losing their lives everyday."

The filmmakers captured footage from the frontlines of strikes and protests, talking to citizens who cried and screamed of their experiences to the camera.

Aynda Parker (freshman-crime, law and justice) said she felt overwhelmed by the graphic and passionate film.

"Americans are so lucky compared to others around the world. What can I do? I'm just one person in this world," she said.

However, Nate Herman (junior-science) said he felt angry because something has to be done in the world to promote unity.

"People need to come together," he said. "The police are controlling people with guns and forcing them to keep fighting."

The Fourth World War was intended to bring students together and invigorate student spirit and citizenship in the United States, Morgan said.

"The movie takes you into the heart of our world's conflicts," he added. "I want to end the program by saying, 'as people, we are stronger, more secure and healthier when we communicate with one another.' "

For more information, visit www.bignoisefilms.com.