Far From the Tree

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Audience Member I watch a LOT of documentaries and, for whatever reason, I had not heard about this one before Amazon Prime 'suggested' it. The film was A+ in my book. My 'phony meter' never got set off once. That is what made the stories portrayed here about the subjects and their families truly inspiring. I was glued to the screen the entire time. Great film...an important and under-publicized one! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/25/24 Full Review brent m An excellent examination of how individuals and families cope with various challenges that place them outside the mainstream of society, including Down syndrome, autism, dwarfism, homosexuality and criminality. While the documentary could use expansion in some areas and judicious snipping in others, the overall production is insightful, especially when it comes to redefining what actually constitutes the meaning of "family," as well as what conditions need to be celebrated vs. "fixed." Based on gay author Andrew Solomon's book of the same name, director Rachel Dretzin has put together a solid, captivating film that leaves viewers walking away with impressions they likely haven't considered before. Check it out on one of the home viewing options -- you won't be disappointed. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review dave d When the subjects are at the forefront, 'Far from the Tree' works and works well, but when the Author of the book from which this documentary was based takes center stage, the film screeches to a snobby halt. The subjects are inspirational and while you feel bad for each at first glance, by the end of our journey with each we can't help but feel raised up. Rachel Dretzin's doc undoubtedly gives us many things to ponder about people who may look different, but in reality aren't that different at all. Wife: 8.2/Husband 7.6: Final Score: 7.9/10 Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member One of the best documentaries ever. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/02/23 Full Review Audience Member This was one of the most inspiring movies I've seen in a long time. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/14/23 Full Review Audience Member Uplifting and life afirming documentary about different people who are simply who they are. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/11/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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