Filmmaker Heather Hughes will be on hand to discuss the film. This 60-minute feature follows Hosein and Hughes as they hit the road and travel 21,000 kilometers through 32 states in search of ?Independent America.? They do it all by abiding by two simple rules of the road: no interstates, and they can only do business with Mom & Pop. No McDonald?s. No Best Westerns. No Wal-Marts. The film uncovers a growing discontent with corporate America and a growing movement toward ?local? in communities across the country. The filmmakers speak to economists, activists, political leaders, union members, entrepreneurs, and concerned Americans from all walks of life. The INDEPENDENT AMERICA event will also feature a spread of food and drink from local establishments. Entrance fee is $5 for Local First Chicago members, $15 for non-members.