I never cry. It’s been nearly 5 years since the last time I shed a tear: at my grandfather’s death bed. I didn’t cry at my wedding, I don’t cry when I’m in pain and I certainly don’t cry watching movies. 

I watched Waiting for Superman and teared up like precious moments doll. Everyone knows the system is broken, but it becomes too real and infuriating when the kids are no longer data points, but actual kids. Bright kids, with great parents doing everything they can for their children. It’s unfair. Education is the most important right of every child and great teachers should be treated like royalty. 

Go watch it. It’s a well-made film with a clear voice on an important topic. Certainly more deserving of a cry than this.