Won't You Be My Neighbor?

PG-13 8.3
2018 1 hr 35 min Documentary

For more than thirty years, and through his television program, Fred Rogers (1928-2003), host, producer, writer and pianist, accompanied by his puppets and his many friends, spoke directly to young children about some of life's most important issues.

  • Cast:
    Joanne Rogers , David Newell , Yo-Yo Ma

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Reviews

Spoonatects
2018/06/29

Am i the only one who thinks........Average?

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Intcatinfo
2018/06/30

A Masterpiece!

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Odelecol
2018/07/01

Pretty good movie overall. First half was nothing special but it got better as it went along.

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Rosie Searle
2018/07/02

It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.

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Siglitz
2018/07/03

Instead of writing a review I'm going to address comments of one of the negative reviews (if you want to see it, check out the 2 star ratings)."Mr. Rogers would be upset if he knew how the writers turned his philosophy into a leftist agenda." Interviews with his wife say otherwise. She says he would be mortified by the way children are being torn from their parents (Today Show with Megyn Kelly)"Despite some genuine insights into a wonderful man, the movie overall pushes liberal politics." The only thing it 'pushes' is basic human decency. I guess this conservative reviewer is admitting that is not part of the conservative agenda (I know that is not the case, I know some conservatives who are incredibly decent human beings). "There is a cameo of a smiling Hilary Clinton" Yes, for an entire 1/2 second where she was incidental to a crowd where he was making an appearance."and soon after a clip with no context to it making a FoxNews host look nasty." There most certainly was context - the context that idiots at Fox News were blaming him for the entitlement culture, which was utter nonsense. The only thing that makes Brian Kilmeade (the host in question) look nasty is the nasty comments he makes."This is not a heartwarming movie."... unless you actually have a heart."This is a definite, deliberate political agenda in time to influence voters before the Fall midterms." Politics are never mentioned although there is a parallel with a scene from the first episode of MRN where King Friday the 13th fears changes and builds a wall. If anyone takes exception to that scene they need to think about the real reason it bothers them. "Playing on emotions" Emotions are a part of being human. But I wouldn't say it plays on them, it evokes them. That's what good film making does."using people with disabilities to advance a political agenda." Jeff Erlanger (the person with disabilities in question) was a personal friend of Fred Rogers. Go to YouTube and watch "Fred Rogers inducted into the TV Hall of Fame" Fred's reaction to seeing Jeff (now an adult) is the most genuine human reaction you will ever see, prompting Fred to 'rush the stage' at his own honoring. If that doesn't make you cry you truly have no soul. "It is insulting to Mr. Rogers memory." Mr Rogers would like you regardless.

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gk-37145
2018/07/04

I am 60 years old and never had a hero in my life. I do now! I am not aware of a more tender or Christ-like person. 10 Fred Rogers could change our world!

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Nagfilms
2018/07/05

As a child, I only watched Mr. Roger's Neighborhood sporadically...enjoyed it, but wasn't a hard core viewer. What a mistake. After seeing the wonderful documentary 'Won't You Be My Neighbor' today, I wish I had viewed his show exclusively. The documentary is a beautiful tribute to a man who devoted his life to children's education via the television medium. However, it's more than that. Through interviews with his wife, cast members, co-workers, and others, a portrait of a GOOD man emerges. A man who preached love and the belief that everyone is special because you are you. Whether you watched him as a child, or just knew a little about him, do yourself a favor a go see this movie, and be prepared to be moved and challenged to be a better person.

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gash-83782
2018/07/06

Many great insights into the man and show that was pivotal to so many during their formative years. I was never a regular watcher of the show, but watching this leaves both my wife and I regretting that we didn't watch it more growing up. Great job by the production team! Will watch again and definitely recommend it to you.

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