Reflect on the Invisible Children film shown in class. After viewing the film what thoughts do you have on the conditions in Uganda? Many of these children soldiers are your age how does that impact you?
The horrific images the film portrays really had an effect on me. We have learned about so many genocides this year but in my opinion we can relate to this one because it involves kids our age. I couldn't even image being forced to become one of the rebels. I think the 3 boys who made the film impacted everyone who watched it and showed that anyone can do things to help .
i think the conditions are horrible. I get that there are mass killings around the world but these are just children. They need to be saved. I dont know what i would do if they took me. The 3 men who made the movie are heros. They are miracle workers.
I feel very enlightened after watching the vide. The horrific images we saw really changed my perspective on my own life. I feel like this is so captivating because it relates to kids just like us. It makes me feel grateful for what i have and to take advantage of my everyday freedoms.
The conditions is very bad. Uganda is an undeveloped country and not that many countries provide aid to them. People live in villages and have shortage of food, fresh water, and electricity. The young children accepted the conditions and lived with love. However, they became cruel to their own people under Joseph Kony. I feel very sad about the fact that the children are taken away from their parents and turned into evil under violence and cruelties. All nations have to come together and take down JOSEPH before his little army turns into a big terrorist organization. However, I think this is a difficult task because many of Joseph's child soldiers may get killed by the advanced armies.
The documentary, and all the horrific truths it portrayed, changed my views on not only the government, but also people in general. The conditions in Uganda are stricken with poverty. Entire villages suffer from shortages of food, water, and electricity, simply needs for people. Although these conditions can be fixed with aid and dedication, especially from other countries, the cruel cult leader Joseph Kony has turned Uganda into a place of unimaginable horrors. The documentary made me so unbelievably angry at the lack of assistance our government has provided. Innocent people and children are being hurt everyday, while we get back to sit back and watch shows like "Jersey Shore," blissfully unaware of what it's like to be taken from our parents and being turned into monsters. At 9 I was playing with polly pockets and finding my passion for horseback riding, not brutally tortured and watching my loved ones die. This is a national issue, and the fact that our government doesn't feel that it deserves our attention is astounding me. It leaves me disappointed with my country. This movie opened my eyes, and made me realize that traveling to improvised and reporting to our country to make people aware is a career that I want to pursue. I want to inspire my generation, and younger generations that it is our responsilibty.
It is horrible to think some children have to go through such a terrible thing. I couldn't imagine even at my age doing anything like that. I think it is very important to keep people aware of what is going on and to change it so we can let children be children!
Its horrible thinking that children that just want to be children have to be killing people just to stay alive. I think that the US should try to fix what is happening. Even at my age i would not be able to go through what those kids are going through there.
The film portrayed some horrible and graphic images of the living conditions and the way these children are being treated. Knowing that many of these children are younger than me or around my age is incredibly shocking and makes me sick to my stomach, i just wish i could help becuase this event that is going on there is horrific.
The Invisible Children video had a huge effect on me, and it really surprised me that I had never heard of this before. The horrible images shown on the screen made me hate Kony so much, I got really upset. Yes, this isn't our own nations biggest problem, but we need to do something to help these poor children who become brainwashed by Kony.
Wow… I get more shocked at the world, at humanity…each and every day. I became speechless as I watched the video..I am ashamed that I did not even know this was going on. The three young men who were brave enough to go into Uganda, spread the word, and bring this issue to the world’s attention, really inspired me and proved that anyone can do anything to help. Even though Joseph Kony backed out of the peace talks, they really did try their best and took things further than ever before. Kony is one big askdljsffd; for repeatedly trashing everyone’s hopes. Is this a joke to him? Doesn’t he ever get tired of rebelling like this when nothing's gonna change? I could not believe how one person…could have so much power… It’s easier said than done, but I wish the rest of us who actually feel that it’s wrong could do something about this one source of corruption who is causing so much grief for thousands of families. The fact that there are people out there selling guns to them for money… even though they know how the weapons are going to be used… There’s really no denying that it is in our nature to be selfish. Joseph Kony’s Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) “abducted an estimated 30,000 children and displaced 1.6 million people since its rebellion began in 1986.” It “claims to be based on the Christian Bible and the Ten Commandments.” I’m sorry, but that’s bs… very offensive to me. Children living their lives…until one night they’re abducted… they witness their siblings get killed... they get tortured and drugged with drugs and alcohol… doesn’t that kind of sadden anyone? That those things are used to make these children do horrible things.. while many people elsewhere use them just for the sake of having fun? For many of the young children, killing for the first time is the hardest. After awhile, they get used to it and killing becomes a daily thing for them. These “rebels” kill families, destroy villages, and drop babies into rivers… because of fear. At around ages 9&10, it is difficult for them to discern what is right and wrong, stand up for what they believe…etc. Kony uses this vulnerability to threaten them and basically force them to do unbelievably atrocious things. Saving another’s life takes courage, but I think taking it does too. I had tears in my eyes when they mentioned cutting body parts off.. that’s just… asdfjkl; I cannot, and do not want to imagine myself in their shoes… The fact that many of the soldiers are my age really had a big impact on me…The film made me think… though I don’t even want to think about this, if I was forced to choose between murder or death now, what would I choose? I think and hope that I would choose death over murder. I hope that this will all end one day… soon. Like the video said, we can all become a part of history in the making.
i think that its really sad and that people should do something to help them. i think about wat if it was me and i think i would prbably kill myself cuz id be so screwed. i think people should really help everybody and try to save the children no matter wat it takes. however i think pele need to look out for their best interests first.
It definatly impacted me. I could never imagine what it must be like for the child soldiers. I don't know what I would do if I were in that situation. I only hope that the war ends soon for those kids. I cannot belive that our and the other countries of the world are not taking a stand to send their armys in there to find and arrest Kony. I know there are political issues but it would be the right thing to do for thoes kids. I would be terrified if I were in the shoes of thoes kids and I only hope they will be able to go home one day.
The film impacts me a lot and it makes me feel very blessed to get the thing I need. The conditions in Uganda are very harsh but no one is taking control and making it an issue. I dont think people realize that it is a big issue occurring right at this moment. They don't care enough to talk about it or even make a difference and try to help. I think we should get involved and try to help because its terrible what is going on at this time.
When i watched the film i realized how lucky i am to not be one of the 11 or 13 yr old kids. It's scary to have to imagine what they have been through and what they have seen.I feel we should do whatever we possibly can to end this. They should definitely get more people to know what is happening so they can help out too. Even if there are other subjects more important than this i think it's important for the family's to know that their children are safe.
when i watched the film i realized the horrible things that are going on across the world. The kids who are going through the torture ifeel bad for them and hope something is done about it and the children get to go to school and live a normal childhood live. the film made me want to change things for the future.
I have always known about children on Armies in other places of the world. But i didn't know they captured or forced by one evil group of people to join the army. its disturbing that this is going on and America does not feel its a big enough issue. I want to help the children so bad, but there's nothing i can do. They are all the way over there, im here...
after watching invisible children i felt heartbroken, but also angry. the conditions and atrocities that are taking place to children as well as adults are horrifying, and the UN doesnt think the situation to be enough of a priority to take action! the only thing nations such as the US care about is money, and anything that will bring them wealth. its extremely frustrating to know what we as a developed nation can do for north africa, but we choose not to do it because there isnt anything in it for us
The film had a huge impact on me. It scares me to see the gut wrenching events that are happening in Uganda. I feel that the conditions in Uganda need to be halted and the U.S. Govt. needs to help with the govt. in Uganda. I feel very disappointed in my country when I see that we aren’t helping because it doesn’t affect us. WE need to help the people and govt. in Uganda because hundreds of people are getting brutally murder every day. And the fact that horrible things are not only happening to adults but majority of the kids that are my age or even younger. I couldn't see myself in that situation and I still cannot image that happening to young children. I think that it is terrible how these horrible people are ruining these kids life’s by abducting children.
Invisible children is a representation of how stable and reliable the government in Uganda is. More appalling to me is how a 21st Century country can be savage area full of violence and abuse. We as a country need to do something to help this country get back on its feet. These rebel groups should be beyond negotiation and placed under arrest for crimes against humanity. Unfortunately, this is not the case as these rebels continue to take advantage of the helpless government and turning little children into monsters. Children of different ages have no choice entering the culture of these savage men that train them to be killers. I understand perfectly how our army can not intervene within another country's affairs but how long can we look at these men raid and pillage villages killing, raping, and kidnapping the people there without doing anything?
The film definitely impacted me, I knew there was alot of Genocide in those places, but I didn't realize how people would shoot up kids and make them kill people, in my opinion the conditions in Uganda are horrible and I think our country should help some how
The horrifying images that were displayed in the film had a strong effect on me. The reason I can relate to this genocide more so than the other films we have watched is because the kids are our age, which makes it all the more horrifying and sad. I applaud to the three boys who had made the film, it really made an impact on my personal views. I think that our country should find a way to help these poor children, they deserve no right to face the cruelty of being forced to kill people.
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ReplyDeleteThe horrific images the film portrays really had an effect on me. We have learned about so many genocides this year but in my opinion we can relate to this one because it involves kids our age. I couldn't even image being forced to become one of the rebels. I think the 3 boys who made the film impacted everyone who watched it and showed that anyone can do things to help .
ReplyDeletei think the conditions are horrible. I get that there are mass killings around the world but these are just children. They need to be saved. I dont know what i would do if they took me. The 3 men who made the movie are heros. They are miracle workers.
ReplyDeleteI feel very enlightened after watching the vide. The horrific images we saw really changed my perspective on my own life. I feel like this is so captivating because it relates to kids just like us. It makes me feel grateful for what i have and to take advantage of my everyday freedoms.
ReplyDeleteThe conditions is very bad. Uganda is an undeveloped country and not that many countries provide aid to them. People live in villages and have shortage of food, fresh water, and electricity. The young children accepted the conditions and lived with love. However, they became cruel to their own people under Joseph Kony. I feel very sad about the fact that the children are taken away from their parents and turned into evil under violence and cruelties. All nations have to come together and take down JOSEPH before his little army turns into a big terrorist organization. However, I think this is a difficult task because many of Joseph's child soldiers may get killed by the advanced armies.
ReplyDeleteThe documentary, and all the horrific truths it portrayed, changed my views on not only the government, but also people in general. The conditions in Uganda are stricken with poverty. Entire villages suffer from shortages of food, water, and electricity, simply needs for people. Although these conditions can be fixed with aid and dedication, especially from other countries, the cruel cult leader Joseph Kony has turned Uganda into a place of unimaginable horrors. The documentary made me so unbelievably angry at the lack of assistance our government has provided. Innocent people and children are being hurt everyday, while we get back to sit back and watch shows like "Jersey Shore," blissfully unaware of what it's like to be taken from our parents and being turned into monsters. At 9 I was playing with polly pockets and finding my passion for horseback riding, not brutally tortured and watching my loved ones die. This is a national issue, and the fact that our government doesn't feel that it deserves our attention is astounding me. It leaves me disappointed with my country. This movie opened my eyes, and made me realize that traveling to improvised and reporting to our country to make people aware is a career that I want to pursue. I want to inspire my generation, and younger generations that it is our responsilibty.
ReplyDeleteIt is horrible to think some children have to go through such a terrible thing. I couldn't imagine even at my age doing anything like that. I think it is very important to keep people aware of what is going on and to change it so we can let children be children!
ReplyDeleteIts horrible thinking that children that just want to be children have to be killing people just to stay alive. I think that the US should try to fix what is happening. Even at my age i would not be able to go through what those kids are going through there.
ReplyDeleteThe film portrayed some horrible and graphic images of the living conditions and the way these children are being treated. Knowing that many of these children are younger than me or around my age is incredibly shocking and makes me sick to my stomach, i just wish i could help becuase this event that is going on there is horrific.
ReplyDeleteThe Invisible Children video had a huge effect on me, and it really surprised me that I had never heard of this before. The horrible images shown on the screen made me hate Kony so much, I got really upset. Yes, this isn't our own nations biggest problem, but we need to do something to help these poor children who become brainwashed by Kony.
ReplyDeleteWow… I get more shocked at the world, at humanity…each and every day. I became speechless as I watched the video..I am ashamed that I did not even know this was going on. The three young men who were brave enough to go into Uganda, spread the word, and bring this issue to the world’s attention, really inspired me and proved that anyone can do anything to help. Even though Joseph Kony backed out of the peace talks, they really did try their best and took things further than ever before. Kony is one big askdljsffd; for repeatedly trashing everyone’s hopes. Is this a joke to him? Doesn’t he ever get tired of rebelling like this when nothing's gonna change? I could not believe how one person…could have so much power… It’s easier said than done, but I wish the rest of us who actually feel that it’s wrong could do something about this one source of corruption who is causing so much grief for thousands of families. The fact that there are people out there selling guns to them for money… even though they know how the weapons are going to be used… There’s really no denying that it is in our nature to be selfish. Joseph Kony’s Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) “abducted an estimated 30,000 children and displaced 1.6 million people since its rebellion began in 1986.” It “claims to be based on the Christian Bible and the Ten Commandments.” I’m sorry, but that’s bs… very offensive to me. Children living their lives…until one night they’re abducted… they witness their siblings get killed... they get tortured and drugged with drugs and alcohol… doesn’t that kind of sadden anyone? That those things are used to make these children do horrible things.. while many people elsewhere use them just for the sake of having fun? For many of the young children, killing for the first time is the hardest. After awhile, they get used to it and killing becomes a daily thing for them. These “rebels” kill families, destroy villages, and drop babies into rivers… because of fear. At around ages 9&10, it is difficult for them to discern what is right and wrong, stand up for what they believe…etc. Kony uses this vulnerability to threaten them and basically force them to do unbelievably atrocious things. Saving another’s life takes courage, but I think taking it does too. I had tears in my eyes when they mentioned cutting body parts off.. that’s just… asdfjkl; I cannot, and do not want to imagine myself in their shoes… The fact that many of the soldiers are my age really had a big impact on me…The film made me think… though I don’t even want to think about this, if I was forced to choose between murder or death now, what would I choose? I think and hope that I would choose death over murder. I hope that this will all end one day… soon. Like the video said, we can all become a part of history in the making.
ReplyDeletei think that its really sad and that people should do something to help them. i think about wat if it was me and i think i would prbably kill myself cuz id be so screwed. i think people should really help everybody and try to save the children no matter wat it takes. however i think pele need to look out for their best interests first.
ReplyDeleteIt definatly impacted me. I could never imagine what it must be like for the child soldiers. I don't know what I would do if I were in that situation. I only hope that the war ends soon for those kids. I cannot belive that our and the other countries of the world are not taking a stand to send their armys in there to find and arrest Kony. I know there are political issues but it would be the right thing to do for thoes kids. I would be terrified if I were in the shoes of thoes kids and I only hope they will be able to go home one day.
ReplyDeleteThe film impacts me a lot and it makes me feel very blessed to get the thing I need. The conditions in Uganda are very harsh but no one is taking control and making it an issue. I dont think people realize that it is a big issue occurring right at this moment. They don't care enough to talk about it or even make a difference and try to help. I think we should get involved and try to help because its terrible what is going on at this time.
ReplyDeleteWhen i watched the film i realized how lucky i am to not be one of the 11 or 13 yr old kids. It's scary to have to imagine what they have been through and what they have seen.I feel we should do whatever we possibly can to end this. They should definitely get more people to know what is happening so they can help out too. Even if there are other subjects more important than this i think it's important for the family's to know that their children are safe.
ReplyDeletewhen i watched the film i realized the horrible things that are going on across the world. The kids who are going through the torture ifeel bad for them and hope something is done about it and the children get to go to school and live a normal childhood live. the film made me want to change things for the future.
ReplyDeleteI have always known about children on Armies in other places of the world. But i didn't know they captured or forced by one evil group of people to join the army. its disturbing that this is going on and America does not feel its a big enough issue. I want to help the children so bad, but there's nothing i can do. They are all the way over there, im here...
ReplyDeleteafter watching invisible children i felt heartbroken, but also angry. the conditions and atrocities that are taking place to children as well as adults are horrifying, and the UN doesnt think the situation to be enough of a priority to take action! the only thing nations such as the US care about is money, and anything that will bring them wealth. its extremely frustrating to know what we as a developed nation can do for north africa, but we choose not to do it because there isnt anything in it for us
ReplyDeleteThe film had a huge impact on me. It scares me to see the gut wrenching events that are happening in Uganda. I feel that the conditions in Uganda need to be halted and the U.S. Govt. needs to help with the govt. in Uganda. I feel very disappointed in my country when I see that we aren’t helping because it doesn’t affect us. WE need to help the people and govt. in Uganda because hundreds of people are getting brutally murder every day. And the fact that horrible things are not only happening to adults but majority of the kids that are my age or even younger. I couldn't see myself in that situation and I still cannot image that happening to young children. I think that it is terrible how these horrible people are ruining these kids life’s by abducting children.
ReplyDeleteInvisible children is a representation of how stable and reliable the government in Uganda is. More appalling to me is how a 21st Century country can be savage area full of violence and abuse. We as a country need to do something to help this country get back on its feet. These rebel groups should be beyond negotiation and placed under arrest for crimes against humanity. Unfortunately, this is not the case as these rebels continue to take advantage of the helpless government and turning little children into monsters. Children of different ages have no choice entering the culture of these savage men that train them to be killers. I understand perfectly how our army can not intervene within another country's affairs but how long can we look at these men raid and pillage villages killing, raping, and kidnapping the people there without doing anything?
ReplyDeleteThe film definitely impacted me, I knew there was alot of Genocide in those places, but I didn't realize how people would shoot up kids and make them kill people, in my opinion the conditions in Uganda are horrible and I think our country should help some how
ReplyDeleteThe horrifying images that were displayed in the film had a strong effect on me. The reason I can relate to this genocide more so than the other films we have watched is because the kids are our age, which makes it all the more horrifying and sad. I applaud to the three boys who had made the film, it really made an impact on my personal views. I think that our country should find a way to help these poor children, they deserve no right to face the cruelty of being forced to kill people.
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