nkiflemar

I loved this movie and having been in Sudan during the civil war, I can tell you that the director here did his homework. It was definitely that harsh and awful and anyone who thinks it was just propaganda, go see for yourself; some of it is still happening! Reese was good in it, but the whole show was the Sudanese actors who did a fabulous job of acting and brought so much of it to life. It brought me back to Africa where I lived for over 3 years, seeing the good, the bad and the ugly of the place, but I always appreciated the genuine loyalty, pride and love for one's family and country. I found nothing superficial with the folks I lived among and with...it was always heartfelt. I remember them warmly to this day and was so excited to be transported back for a bit. Oscar please!

This movie is quite believable and Hudgens does a great job, having actually lived in a real shelter prior to playing the part. I think she gained a great deal of understanding doing that and it shows in her part. There are some folks reviewing the movie here who referred to her going through "Clinton's Village" subsidized programs, which misses the point of Clinton's Village. Her theory was not based on subsidized govt programs, rather the need for community and all of us to take an interest in helping our neighbors, our schools and to be aware of the folks around us who are either lost or having a tough time. I found that review a slap in the face of the movie and hate to see how you preach in your church as a pastor. Another review mentioned that women and girls should see this. EVERYONE, not least of all MEN should watch this movie. This Wallstreet dad might have behaved differently had he known what his daughter went through until she sought out a better life by finding him. Who knows? Sorry for the rants, but needed to call folks out on some attitudes. perhaps the mother would not have turned to prostitution to survive. Many prostitutes are so desperate to support their kids and it is the only thing they feel they can make it on because of a lack of "Village help" and support of two parents. Then they turn to drugs in order to tolerate the abuse and exploitation of prostitution. It is a vicious cycle and one that mostly affects teen moms and kids with low self-esteem. The system does not sufficiently push dad's role and if more men saw this movie, perhaps they would think twice about abandoning the needs of their children, whether planned or unplanned. I find the sexist attitude of folks so absurd. Take responsibility and stop giving the dads a pass!