Review of God Grew Tired of Us (2006) by Jeff B — 15 Apr 2012
Sudanese refugees adjust to life in America in this documentary.
What was most interesting to me was how starkly this film depicts Maslow's hierarchy of needs. After the "Lost Boys" move to America, out of the squalid camp they grew up in, they quickly ascended Maslow's hierarchy, first craving the basic necessities until the lack of community and Americans' isolationist tendencies becomes too much to handle.
The film also depicts genuinely good people. They are hard-working and loving individuals. Such stories are nice in a landscape of anti-heroes.
Overall, God Grew Tired of Us is a nice film about a rise from the worst situation to one that is good but imperfect.
This review of God Grew Tired of Us (2006) was written by Jeff B on 15 Apr 2012.
God Grew Tired of Us has generally received very positive reviews.
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