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I went into this film knowing it had some heavy subject matter and that was about it. Over the course of the film I grew to learn about and love the Bagbys (David, Kate, Andrew and Zachary) as well as their friends and family. I felt emotionally in tune with them and could easily understand the warmth and love they all felt for each other. Kurt's (the director) incredible use of the score, editing, and inclusion of home movies, photos, and anecdotes truly communicates what he wanted to both his initial audience and his final intended audience. Through this use of the film media to ingratiate the viewer into this wonderful loving family, Kurt absolutely broke my heart. I can truthfully say that I was sobbing like a small child during a good portion of this film. Telling the Bagsby's story linearly lended itself to communicating the shock and horror at the events in their lives in a way that felt as if I too was experiencing them for the first time and in a way I have not experienced in other films.

I don't often write reviews for the movies I watch but I felt I had to say something about this one. I'm currently writing this trying to put myself together before I go to see my baby nephew so I don't upset him. Do yourself a favor and watch this movie (with a few tissue boxes on hand).

A really fascinating little flick. Must rewatch at least twice to consume properly. The story subverts expectations and grips you till the last moment. Message is up to interpretation but I have my own idea. A lot of boring works but anyways great short.