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Bully (2012 film)

A 2012 documentary directed by Lee Hirsch

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Horrifying look at children in pain

Feb 16, 2013

by KonaCat
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This shocking and painful documentary exposes the misery several middle-schoolers endure daily at the hands of their bullies. We also see bereaved parents whose children couldn't take the abuse anymore and ended their lives. It's an intense film and one that calls for action.

I sobbed throughout the film; the tormented children are so innocent and helpless. I was angry at the "Everything's fine" attitude of the school officials whose refusal to help hurts the children just as much as the bullies. My one complaint with the movie is that, while it calls for awareness and action, it's preaching to the choir; at no time are the bullies, their parents, or the neglectful school staff punished. The extras show anti-bullying rallies, but none of the actual bullies attend them. I wanted justice!

This is a very important film that will open many eyes to the pain of bullying; I'm not sure any of offenders will see it or the error of their ways, unfortunately.

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woopak_the_thrill February 17

this was an exquisite doco. Funny you posted this since I also posted a review on another doco.

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review by Chris_Pandolfi. April 04, 2012

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Quick Tip by BlackSheep. April 12, 2012

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Hello! Anyone looking for more insight into this very important film should check out my interview with director, Lee Hirsch. http://blacksheepreviews.blogspot.ca/2012/04...erviews-lee-hirsch.html Thanks!

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