One of the interesting new developments I learned about at the International Documentary Conference was the launch of a new monthly column at Arts Engine’s MediaRights called Upstream. Executive director Katy Chevigny describes this new column, “through which we will travel with you as your guide through the quickly shifting world of online video.” I know what you are thinking…that sounds a lot like what we are doing here! And it is, but so much is happening so quickly that we need many guides, as each of us has our vision trained in different directions and interpret new information in different ways. MediaRights has been at the forefront of action campaigning around films, and every time the question of “can films make a difference,” I think of the work that these folks do. So read Katy’s intro and bookmark their feed to see what comes next!