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La Source

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Josue Lajeunesse, a janitor from Haiti working at Princeton, returns to his country after the 2010 earthquake to help his village find clean water.

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Kenneth Turan Los Angeles Times 08/09/2012
4/5
Some documentaries just make you feel good about the world and the people in it, and "La Source" is definitely one of those. Go to Full Review
Scott Wold Paste Magazine 09/28/2012
7.5/10
Although audiences may find themselves similarly frustrated by the film's reduction in scope, it nevertheless effectively focuses on the efforts of Josue Lajeunesse and his vision of building out the foundation laid by his father. Go to Full Review
Chris Barsanti Film Journal International 08/02/2012
In this gleaming little gem of a documentary, a janitor devotes everything to the cause of bringing fresh water to his Haitian village. It's the rare example of an issue film that lets its subjects sell the story instead of having it thrust upon them. Go to Full Review
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03/12/2013 one of the greatest documentaries ever made..... this isnt a must watch... it is a HAVE TO WATCH!! this is one of those movies that i think should be seen by everyone in the world......... not only that, but it's visually incredible to watch... everything about this documentary is incredible........... wow... the only down side of this movie is that now, i feel so insignificant and wish i would do more with my time and life... See more 09/18/2012 amazing documentary about Josue Lajeunesse, a janitor at Princeton, who helps his former friends and family in Haiti by leading the way in providing clean water for their village. A feel good movie about human nature See more 09/11/2012 It was inspiring, interesting and so heartfelt! So amazing to see what a few people with a dream can accomplish! See more 08/23/2012 Genuinely inspiring, eye opening and beautifully filmed. This documentary is a powerful reminder of the change we can make in the world and how every triumph is worth every bit of struggle. I was moved by every moment and absolutely loved the cinematography & score. Highly recommend seeing it and supporting the cause the film is about! See more 08/19/2012 In a world of hyped/biased/hyperbolic documentaries, La Source delivers one of the most authentic, community building experiences I've had in a while. La Source is a great reminder that there are everyday heroes around us that subtly and powerfully give life. See more 08/17/2012 Best documentary about a Haitian janitor that I've ever seen! Seriously, great film. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Josue Lajeunesse, a janitor from Haiti working at Princeton, returns to his country after the 2010 earthquake to help his village find clean water.
Director
Patrick Shen
Screenwriter
Patrick Shen, Brandon Vedder
Production Co
Transcendental Media, All Cut Up Films
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 10, 2016
Runtime
1h 25m