THE INTERRUPTERS: Renowned documentary filmmaker Steve James (“Hoop Dreams”) takes us into the crime-ridden neighborhoods of Chicago, dissecting the causal relationship between poverty, opportunities, and crime and one possible solution: The Interrupters. This group is comprised of ex-convicts who, with their wisdom, attempt to create a more peaceful community. James and his small crew, frequently standing in the midst of what appears to be a war zone, give viewers an inside look into what’s really happening here and how we can help change things for the better. Unfortunately, while the film was made in 2011, the issues remain the same.
THE INTERRUPTERS Trailer
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