I was wondering what the sisters felt about seeing this film and having their past and their thoughts filmed. Also if it has helped them to see the positive effect of telling their story.
LAST NIGHT I SAW THIS DOCUMENTARY ON OWN NETWORK, AND I HAVE TO SAY THAT I WAS DISTURBED TO THE CORE! THIS MAN, THE FATHER, REPEATEDLY RAPED HIS DAUGHTERS FOR YEARS, AND NOONE, NOT EVEN THE MOTHER, HAD A CLUE OF WHATS BEEN HAPPENING RIGHT UNDER HER ROOF. WHEN PAULA, THE SISTER THAT GOT SHOT BY CHICO, FINALLY CONFESSED, IT WAS A BIT TOO LATE. THE DEMAGE HAD ALREADY BEEN DONE. I ADMIRED THE COURAGE OF THESE LADIES SO MUCH! I CAN NEVER BE AS FORGIVEN AS THEY ARE. VERY INSPIRING INDEED.
. I was deeply touched by this prolific and sensitive film. It was an honor to meet Chico Colvard. We need more men as sensitive and insightful as him in the movement to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault I applaud Chico and his sisters for having the courage and tenacity to make this film. Family Affair helps to Break The Silence about the epidemic of sexual assault. and is making an important contribution to social change,
I know a member of the family , she turned out to be a remarkable individual and a great freind. She has a positive spirit and if I had never seen this film I would have never known
I thought this film was like a blend between "Precious" and "Dogtooth" -- except everything here really happened. Talk about truth being stranger or better than fiction. Two thumbs up!
You think you're going to witness a train wreck and instead are presented with a beautiful portrait of family. The way the plots unfold, it's almost like a scripted drama. Nothing sentimental here. Just a near perfect film.
A masterful film that has better served my practice, both in how I treat my patients and how my colleagues and I speak to each other about the issues raised in the film. It is a brave and insightful piece of "art" that I can't stop marveling a
Is this film showing at the Quad during Thanksgiving week, is that right? I thought it already showed in NYC at the IFC. If it's true, I think that's great! Talk about a family film to see for the holidays. Its sure to ruffle feathers. I was disturbed by the trauma. Moved by the sisters attempt to recover. "A beautiful thriller" with lots of surprises -- yes, I agree.
One of the most powerful documentaries I've ever seen. The director took a taboo subject -- a complex story and somehow made it relatable on any number of levels and so eloquently told. A beautiful thriller, which I've seen twice. Was just as moved the second time I watched it and recommend that anyone with the slightest family ruffle or those curious to understand those of us who do not have the "perfect" families go see this film.
I was wondering what the sisters felt about seeing this film and having their past and their thoughts filmed. Also if it has helped them to see the positive effect of telling their story.
mayjenta1 1 week ago
It had to be really hard for Chico to make this documentary and maintain emotional control. He showed a lot of courage, and so did his sisters.
stew7479 1 week ago
LAST NIGHT I SAW THIS DOCUMENTARY ON OWN NETWORK, AND I HAVE TO SAY THAT I WAS DISTURBED TO THE CORE! THIS MAN, THE FATHER, REPEATEDLY RAPED HIS DAUGHTERS FOR YEARS, AND NOONE, NOT EVEN THE MOTHER, HAD A CLUE OF WHATS BEEN HAPPENING RIGHT UNDER HER ROOF. WHEN PAULA, THE SISTER THAT GOT SHOT BY CHICO, FINALLY CONFESSED, IT WAS A BIT TOO LATE. THE DEMAGE HAD ALREADY BEEN DONE. I ADMIRED THE COURAGE OF THESE LADIES SO MUCH! I CAN NEVER BE AS FORGIVEN AS THEY ARE. VERY INSPIRING INDEED.
jilberia86 1 week ago
@jilberia86 especially since that fat ass is lying up in bed all day getting fatter and blaming everyone else for his actions.
stew7479 1 week ago
This film was also so touching because it took tremendous compassion and honesty to make this film.
ms1001352 1 year ago
. I was deeply touched by this prolific and sensitive film. It was an honor to meet Chico Colvard. We need more men as sensitive and insightful as him in the movement to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault I applaud Chico and his sisters for having the courage and tenacity to make this film. Family Affair helps to Break The Silence about the epidemic of sexual assault. and is making an important contribution to social change,
ms1001352 1 year ago
I know a member of the family , she turned out to be a remarkable individual and a great freind. She has a positive spirit and if I had never seen this film I would have never known
Istaygutter 1 year ago
I thought this film was like a blend between "Precious" and "Dogtooth" -- except everything here really happened. Talk about truth being stranger or better than fiction. Two thumbs up!
eglashron 1 year ago
You think you're going to witness a train wreck and instead are presented with a beautiful portrait of family. The way the plots unfold, it's almost like a scripted drama. Nothing sentimental here. Just a near perfect film.
adjendwood 1 year ago
A masterful film that has better served my practice, both in how I treat my patients and how my colleagues and I speak to each other about the issues raised in the film. It is a brave and insightful piece of "art" that I can't stop marveling a
DrJMeurchamp 1 year ago
great film!
DemiShell71 1 year ago
Is this film showing at the Quad during Thanksgiving week, is that right? I thought it already showed in NYC at the IFC. If it's true, I think that's great! Talk about a family film to see for the holidays. Its sure to ruffle feathers. I was disturbed by the trauma. Moved by the sisters attempt to recover. "A beautiful thriller" with lots of surprises -- yes, I agree.
JenKrugman 1 year ago
One of the most powerful documentaries I've ever seen. The director took a taboo subject -- a complex story and somehow made it relatable on any number of levels and so eloquently told. A beautiful thriller, which I've seen twice. Was just as moved the second time I watched it and recommend that anyone with the slightest family ruffle or those curious to understand those of us who do not have the "perfect" families go see this film.
AlleyJoful 1 year ago
Such an important film created by such an intelligent and receptive filmmaker!
suzybuzz 1 year ago 2
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suzybuzz 1 year ago
a must-see for all survivors and perpetrators of incest and-or sexual abuse.
rollertrain 1 year ago