Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Campus: Dayton
Location: Building 11, Room 324
A screening of Ruthless: Monopoly’s Secret History, which explores how the popular board game Monopoly originated as a radical critique of economic inequality before being appropriated, rebranded, and commercialized by corporate power.
The documentary highlights the erased contributions of Elizabeth Magie and other innovators, revealing how capitalism, patent law, and aggressive business tactics reshaped both the game and its legacy.
Michael Carter will lead a facilitated discussion following the film.
Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Campus: Dayton
Location: Building 11, Room 324
A screening of Ruthless: Monopoly’s Secret History, which explores how the popular board game Monopoly originated as a radical critique of economic inequality before being appropriated, rebranded, and commercialized by corporate power.
The documentary highlights the erased contributions of Elizabeth Magie and other innovators, revealing how capitalism, patent law, and aggressive business tactics reshaped both the game and its legacy.
Michael Carter will lead a facilitated discussion following the film.