Review of Waiting for "Superman" (2010) by Smijatov — 14 Dec 2011
Waiting for 'Superman' may thematically be one of the most important documentaries in recent U.S. history. The educational system is in dire need of help, and this film provides clear alternatives and points out who is to blame for the lack of willingness to cooperate and rejuvenate the system.
Technically, the film is not that great. It is very long, and it lacks cohesion. It is all over the place and while it focuses on a number of families, it is still too large in scope. The D.C. focus is nice, but is not substantiate by any reasoning behind it.
Was it because it was a success story? Or was it because it was D.C.? Or some other reason? Nonetheless, it has some good moments, and the ending sequences of the acceptance lottery are heartbreaking to say the least.
Thematically excellent, technically not quite there. Good film, overall.
This review of Waiting for "Superman" (2010) was written by Smijatov on 14 Dec 2011.
Waiting for "Superman" has generally received very positive reviews.
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