Random Notes of Ragpicker Woman is a short documentary that delves into the culturally specific origins of recycling practices, examining how these practices have evolved and their significance during different historical periods. Investigating recycling during times of war, depression, and peace, Random Notes reflects on people's memories and ideas about recycling, showcasing how these practices can serve as forms of protest, expressions of guilt, or gestures of goodwill. The film highlights the contrasting views on recycling between myself and my mother, providing a personal lens through which to view broader societal issues. (Video, 1996, 10 mins)