Rich Hill
Purpose:
The documentary achieved its purpose but could have been better executed given a more experienced crew. A few techniques that may have contributed to the film's success includes having three subjects to film, providing a stronger argument, and the quality of life all three were experiencing.
Thesis:
Rich Hill displays the unfiltered daily lives of 3 young boys born into different living situations.
The Boys
Andrew
The director used Andrew's story to show some of the problems he has to solve every day that we don't have to think about.
Harley
The film illustrates how Harley struggles to succeed academically with the lack of stable support at home.
Appachey
The documentary displays the ongoing verbal abuse Appachey endures from his mother and being one of four kids, creating unhealthy habits and a sense of negative identity.
Conclusion
After watching this film I felt somber and depressed yet happy that I got the chance to hear other people's stories. They may not have all had happy endings, but that was what made it so raw and realistic. It made me realize how other people live and how lucky I am to have what I do. It makes me want to give back to less privileged people so that they may have better chances to succeed and improved self worth. I see many of my friends in these three boys and they may be my one chance to do something better for someone else.