If you have not yet seen the film Short Term 12 you are missing out on something wonderful. This film shows so much the struggle of the kids so many forget about, whether on purpose or out of sheer cluelessness when it comes to knowing how to care about them. Even though the characters in this film are not real, these are real, horrifying actions that have happened to thousands of children in the world and I am thankful for this film that chose to not censor the pain and struggles that happen in the US. I feel that everyone (that is at least 18) should experience this film and others like it. The language is quite excessive and there is blood and vile discussions, but this stuff is real and should not be ignored.
This film also is great and showing people that children who have gone through junk, things that I myself could never imagine, are not lost causes; there are those who do beat the odds even if they come out with scars, but also they do not sugar coat the fact that there are also terrible outcomes. I like that this film also represents the same idea that foster care ads here try to express "You do not have to be perfect to be a great parent," or counselor in the movies case. The people in this film are funny and messed up but they know how to love these kids and it just makes it that much better.
If you are ready for a challenge I suggest you try this movie out.
