Last night, I watched the best documentary I have ever seen.
My friend and I were planning on watching the latest episode of "Designated Survivor," however my parents threw a wrench in that when they kicked us out of the family room, where the episode was recorded. Ellie and I ended up scrolling through Netflix, trying to find an interesting show to watch.
"Do you want to cry?" Ellie asked.
If you know me, I literally cry in every movie I see, so this question was not out of the ordinary. Knowing I would cry no matter what we watched, I shrugged and agreed. Little did I know this documentary would send me into a fit of hyperventilation and ugly crying.
"Dear Zachary" (2008) is Kurt Kuenne's directoral debut, a homage to his murdered friend, addressed to said friend's child.
I wish I could discuss more about the plot line, but that would be sacrificing your open mind. It would be insulting to Kuenne to go into this film with any preconceived notions, one simply has to experience it on their own.
I can tell you this though, it will impact you. Even if it doesn't send you bawling like me, you will feel a whole range of emotions: sadness, anger, disgust, impatience, injustice, despair. You will grow attached to this family and you will leave the film feeling compelled to act. You will want to do something because this film will ignite a fire within you, about injustice and family.
I am sorry I cannot say more about this film without ruining its unique premise. However, I truly believe i is something that needs to be experience by everyone and it s something you cannot go into without an open mind.
And hey, if you finish the movie and feel any of the emotions I am feeling, I would be more than happy to discuss it with you.