Tsotsi.

I have just watched Tsotsi (2005) needless to say I am really impressed with it. I think as I have gotten older my taste in films has drastically changed. I cannot deal with films that are overly violent or disturbing and have a fond spot for films that have a deep and rather beautiful plot, Tsotsi is one of those films I think.

Presley Chweneyagae as Tsotsi with the baby he accidentally kid napped

It is truly rich in story, culture and an expression that is hard to describe. You have this hard nut, hard done by thug, who is nothing but a kid really, and he is the real deal running a little gang, being a big man or as a South African would say a Groot Maan. As the narrative progresses we get glimpses into this buried character, this child that is hidden deep down inside of Tsotsi, a child that had a rough life and it is rather striking to see as that hidden narrative develops a kinder more humane side of him starts shining through. Having responsibility over another human being taught him how to love and to care and to cherish things in life that aught to be cherished. The audience sees this thug become a lost boy, and it is utterly heart breaking. 

I don't know maybe I am just a sensitive person, or maybe I am tired of only seeing the negatives and hoping that somewhere through a crack in the structure sunshine will blaze through. I hope people can change like they are capable of in books and movies. I have that kind of hope, that is my religion, hope. I remember when I was about twelve or so I said to someone 

"Hope is the first step on the road to disappointment" 

Don't ask where I heard it, I can't remember. I have had a complete change of mind since then. keep hoping,  keep dreaming, keep wishing, you will get to where you need to be. Just never give up.