I remember the day during my sophomore year in high school when this occurred. Everyone was talking about if for days, even though I am not from Connecticut. Although this tragedy happened almost 5 years ago, it seems like it happened just yesterday. I remember watching the news with my mom as we watched all these parents hysterically cry and hold each other. This documentary was one of the most upsetting things I have ever watched, but at the same time one of the most powerful. I really respect the fact that Kim Snyder was able to make this documentary. As I was watching it, I not only could not stop crying, but I kept thinking how hard it must have been for her to interview these people without crying. Listening to the stories of these families stabbed my heart, and I applaud Snyder for building up the courage to document this horrific tragedy.
Everything in this documentary was stunning. From the way the b-roll flowed, to the interviews, to the music. There was never a part of the film where I thought “oh, this isn’t needed.” Every part of this film was so amazing to watch, even though it was very depressing at the same time. Although I was very emotional throughout, I really enjoyed watching it and it is a documentary that everyone should see.