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Sadly Over-hyped

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It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

True to its essence, the characters remain on the same line and manage to entertain the viewer, each highlighting their own distinctive qualities or touches.

In the beginning of Paper Clips, Linda Hooper says that Whitwell TN is a poor town. She was wrong. The students and faculty at Whitwell Middle School and the folks in Whitwell TN are rich beyond words. Those children have learned a lession that many in this world don't have a clue about. People are people and should be treated the same as you would want to be treated. If eighth graders in one school can make a positive impact on lives of people all over the world, think what governments (including ours) could do to make the world a better place with this simple idea. This is a case for paying teachers and funding schools for what they are worth rather than cutting budgets. I wish all schools in our country could be this good!This movie may have its flaws, but what movie doesn't but the message of hope is as clear as a bell. There are those that criticized what this film is saying. They are a perfect case for "ignorance can be cured but stupidity cannot." Wear a paper clip and NEVER FORGET!

I have a couple of nits to pick with Paper Clips. As commendable as the actions of the students and teachers were, the movie was simply not very interesting. I would have preferred that the film at least try to challenge the viewers, considering the complexities of modern race matters.Instead, we receive a brief introduction to what the school set out to do, and then we are treated with 45 minutes of teary eyed commemorative speeches and dedication ceremonies. The movie feels like 10% journey and 90% destination celebration.Also, the movie is described as an experiment about the Holocaust, leading to a miracle. There wasn't really any experiment (more of a project), and what happened was hardly a miracle. What was achieved was the product of hard work, dedication, and perseverance of all involved. Calling it a miracle actually cheapens their work.

this title was recommended to me by Auschwitz survivor and Megele twin Eva Kor. i checked it out at the local library. i was blown away! what an incredibly inspirational true story about middle school children in rural Tennessee. i think the fact that it happened there, in an area where prejudice runs high, was as impressive to me as the project itself and just last week, something equally impressive happened at an upstate new york high school: http://holokauston.wordpress.com - "New York Students Discover Death Train from WWII Germany" both of these projects are inspiring and educational and should be shared with school-aged children in every corner of the world!

This should be required viewing for all students from middle school through high school. An excellent documentary - educational, moving, and inspiring. A must-see, not only for students, but for all. The story of the paper clip project itself is fascinating but the effect it had on the people of this small town and the world is what really makes the movie interesting. The personal stories of the people who contributed to the project are extremely moving, particularly the Holocaust survivors who visited the town to tell their stories to the students in person. This is one of the most moving movies I have ever seen, and despite the haunting nature of the subject content, is very uplifting and hopeful. A wonderful documentary.