Documentary, panel discussion explores national debt, economy

A new economics documentary that explores rising gas, food and health care costs will be presented in theaters across the nation Thursday, including at the Bel Air Cinema 14 at 8 p.m.

The live panel discussion will feature Warren Buffet, chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway; William Niskanen, chairman of the CATO Institute; Bill Novelli, CEO of AARP; and Dave Walker, president and CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation and former U.S. comptroller general.

The discussion will explore the growth of the national debt and what can be done to make the nation more fiscally sound.

Tickets are available at the cinema, 409 Constant Friendship Blvd., 410-569-8276.