Rize up and go to the Movies

So let me make a movie suggestion. Go and see "Rize", the documentary by David Lachapelle. It might not be the sort of film that you normally go to see, or it may, I don't know. But go along and keep an open mind. You don't have to be into hip-hop or anything, and try to leave behind any preconceived ideas or expectations about "inner-city" or "urban" kids*. Just let it wash over you. Then you'll appreciate the totally bizarre and wonderful idea of a guy deciding to dress up as a hip-hop clown, initially as party entertainment for children. (How universal we are, really. Why shouldn't a clown be attractive to kids in "the neighbourhoods" just like kids anywhere else?) That's just the beginning. It leaves that all behind....see where else it goes. It's worth while giving it a try, and even if you don't love it, it will at least get you talking and thinking. Perhaps, as for me, it will remind you that the human spirit can really surprise one in what it can make spring up from seemingly barren ground. -cvj *I had to get over my own personal difficulty before going to see it...the spelling in the title....for reasons I'll explain in the comments if anyone asks.