When "Blackout" isn't noting how the GOP theoretically stole the 2000 and 2004 general elections with such tactics as reducing voting stations in traditionally African American precincts, it showcases McKinney as a thorn in George W. Bush's side. Inaba's pic is shocked, shocked that McKinney lost her Georgia seat in 2002 due to Republicans "crossing over" and voting for her right-wing opponent in the Democratic primary, never noting that it's a tactic both parties have practiced shamelessly.

Camera (color/B&W, DV/16mm); editors, Liz Canning, Inaba, Jean-Philippe Boucicaut; music, Mark Batson, Michael Dearden, DJ Shadow, Thievery Corp., Soulsavers. Reviewed at Sundance Film Festival (competing), Jan. 23, 2006. Running time: 92 MIN.