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Analysis Of The Movie 'Living On One Dollar'
The movie “Living On One Dollar” was about college guys who took a trip to Guatemala. The two boys are experimenting with living on just one dollar, like the Guatemalans, a day for eight weeks. They both explain they want to challenge themselves because they both grew up in a wealthy family, so this trip will be very difficult for them. In their eight week stay in Guatemala they deal with hunger, illness and financial problems. The townspeople help the struggling boys and give them hope that there is a way to make a difference. While I was watching this movie it really put into perspective how others are not as fortunate as us. Seeing the way the adults and children were struggling to eat a meal, it made me really appreciate everything I
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