My school offered free tickets to the Fred Rogers documentary: Won't You Be My Neighbor? A quick check over at movie review site Rotten Tomatoes revealed an astounding 99% Tomatometer score and 97% audience score, I had to go see what all the fuss was about. Stepping into the theatre I was surprised to find it packed with people of every age, race and political disposition. This movie would finally give us a peek into the life of the much-beloved Mister Rogers.
Was Mister Rogers for real?
When watching old reruns of the series, I'd always wondered if Fred Rogers was playing a character or being his authentic self. Without giving away too much I can say this movie answers that question. We also find out that he was much more politically aware and socially astute than anyone ever thought possible. Using his influence to help ease tensions and promote understanding during trying times. In short, Fred Rogers was deep, we just didn't realize it.
Let's go back to the neighborhood...
In this era of political division after the election of Donald Trump, this film is a gentle reminder of the common decency we all share as a people. I was reminded of the message Mister Rogers included in each episode. We learn of the political affiliation of this kind man who hails from my home State, Pennsylvania.
Here was a kind and generous man who cared about every single one of us, like many an empath I've come across. You know the kind of person that's always helping others and you begin to wonder: who helps them out? That was Mister Rogers. So do yourself a favor, make your way to the nearest movie theatre and see Won't You Be My Neighbor? Let's take a trip back to the neighborhood one more time. Oh, and bring tissue. You're going to need it... :)
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