Faith in humanity restored!

Rating: 10/10 (18 January 2015)

This movie never gets old to me. I often find myself questioning why people are so prejudice towards others. I see it every day. This movie melted my heart. Most kids born and raised in an environment such as Hurt Village would have gave in to the idea that they are destined to do drugs and live the life they were born and raised in. Some feel as though they have no choice or that there is no hope for them to make something more of themselves or their life I should say. Michael was not one to let that environment shape who he is. He didn't like the idea of drugs and violence. He did what he could to take care of himself and he truly had a good heart. He wasn't one to be rude or talk down to others. He had a great personality and longed for the support of a family that he could love and be loved by. My favorite part that shows an example of prejudice comments was when Mrs. Tuohy tells her selfish, rude, stuck up friends or sisters or whatever they were to her at lunch... "Shame on you." for their comments about a big black boy staying in their home and assuming right away that he was a danger to Collins. Mrs. Tuohy didn't let peer pressure get the best of her and she didn't care what the other's thought about her taking in Michael. If those ladies would have taken the time to get to know Michael, they would see how important it is to not judge people so quickly. There were several other times when the Tuohy family restored my faith in humanity and I have respect for all that they did to support and care for Michael. The movie was entertaining and meaningful. It displays an important outlook on life and the people you encounter. It was inspiring and uplifting. The actors played their role perfectly and I enjoyed every minute of it!