There's nothing unusual or deprecatory in the letter (of settlement).

I think it's fair to say we're sorry that the City Council rejected our offer. I think it would have been in the best interest of the taxpayers of Ames to do so, to come into some kind of settlement now, because it would have reduced the uncertainty and expense of a long battle.

You recognize a survivor when you see one. You recognize a fighter when you see one.

Due to the political nature of film, partisan film making, especially where the subject is close to the film makers hart, tend to be the norm, rather than the exception.

This is indeed not only relevant to Documentary but is evident is most type of film making. The film often mirrors the experience, understanding and politics of the director.

Brave people are the firemen who run into the burning building. That's brave.