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Won't You Be My Neighbor

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Tanya 93
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This is an amazing documentary on the life of Mr. Rogers.

This world wasn't good enough for that man.

People gave it a standing ovation today at the True False Film Festival.



If you grew up watching him, you need to see this.
CrottyKid
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Liked the recent episode of Drunk History.
Oogway
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Thank you for reminding me about this, I do want to see it. I absolutely adored that show as a child. Now an adult, I think he was a wonderful example to children of how people should form healthy relationships with others: in their families, their communities, and around the world.

If you have never seen it, google/youtube his acceptance speech at the 1997 Emmy Awards. It is pure Mr. Rogers and it is wonderful.
Tanya 93
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CrottyKid said:

Liked the recent episode of Drunk History.


Thank you for mentioning this. Didn't know it existed.
Tanya 93
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Oogway said:

Thank you for reminding me about this, I do want to see it. I absolutely adored that show as a child. Now an adult, I think he was a wonderful example to children of how people should form healthy relationships with others: in their families, their communities, and around the world.

If you have never seen it, google/youtube his acceptance speech at the 1997 Emmy Awards. It is pure Mr. Rogers and it is wonderful.



That speech is awesome. He told Hollywood to be quiet to thank those who mean something to them. And they listened.


If you haven't seen the video of Jeffrey Erlanger speaking about him when he was inducted to tv Hall of Fame, that joy on his face when he sees him will make you cry. He was so excited this kid that had been on his show was there on stage.


If only the world had more of him.
The Collective
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I liked Mr Peppermint more
jokershady
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Loved how he just jumped on stage when we saw who was coming out.

When going through the YouTube comments, someone described him as a modern day Jesus. Hard to argue that he wasn't....

91_Aggie
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[Good for you. Start your own thread. -Staff]

agdaddy04
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My daughters first show to get into was Daniel Tigers neighborhood. Obviously not the same, but still teaches kids how to act with others.
Bruce Almighty
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321 Contact > Mr. Rogers > Sesame Street > Electric Company
Lucas Jackson
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As a child I never understood why he changed into a different set of clothes immediately after he got home.

Now that I'm almost 40, I do that every single day.

MaroonStain
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Is it true that he was a Vietnam veteran with both arms tattoed?
_lefraud_
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Any chance this does crazy stupid numbers at the box office?
NoahAg
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MaroonStain said:

Is it true that he was a Vietnam veteran with both arms tattoed?
No, but he tutored the Olsen twins when they were at A&M.
PacifistAg
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Boo Weekley
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Am I supposed to get a bit misty eyed whenever I hear Mr Rogers speak? No way I could judge his heart, but he seemed like a truly good spirit who loved everyone.

Pretty interesting quote that sheds a bit of light on his motivation for getting into TV. Apparently he didn't like what kinds of shows were marketing to children and wanted to try to change it.


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In an interview with CNN, Rogers said, "I went into television because I hated it so, and I thought there's some way of using this fabulous instrument to nurture those who would watch and listen."
Dumpster Fire
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In prep for this movie, watch this:



walton91
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Saw this tonight, and its absolutely fantastic. I watched his show as a kid but don't remember much beyond the puppets and sweaters and such. This guy was truly dedicated to helping children understand the world. The subject matter he covered was rather heavy/shocking for a kid's show: death, assassinations, divorce, violence, self worth, etc but all handled in his special way that children could comprehend, with (as they point out) worn out puppets and low production value on the set. By the last 30 mins there were not many dry eyes in the theater. Go see this one.
rhutton125
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Pretty good one. One the credits ended there was so much sniffling in the crowd. My wife was a wreck.
Hogties
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Saw this today. Fred Rogers was a genuine good man. Excellent movie about a singular person.
AggieOO
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We saw it Sunday.

Outstanding.
aTmAg
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Would kids who have no idea who he was enjoy it? Or is it mostly nostalgia?
Andyzipp
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aTmAg said:

Would kids who have no idea who he was enjoy it? Or is it mostly nostalgia?
Not sure there's a lot there for kids. It's about the man and his world view.
aTmAg
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Andyzipp said:

aTmAg said:

Would kids who have no idea who he was enjoy it? Or is it mostly nostalgia?
Not sure there's a lot there for kids. It's about the man and his world view.
By "kids" I mean high school and over.
Andyzipp
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aTmAg said:

Andyzipp said:

aTmAg said:

Would kids who have no idea who he was enjoy it? Or is it mostly nostalgia?
Not sure there's a lot there for kids. It's about the man and his world view.
By "kids" I mean high school and over.
Oh, then probably.
Know Your Enemy
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Wow. That was amazing. Absolutely loved it.
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