This documentary tells many things about Fred Rogers that I did not know. I really didn't care to watch his program growing up thinking it was too boring. I guess there was a reason for that boredom. Sometimes you need to slow down as compared to normal television for children which has too much noise and violence and belittle others. His common theme was "I like you the way you are." You are special. Some people think this creted a generation of entitlemen, but we are all children of God and we are special in his eyes.
Fred Rogers was a Presbyterian Minister but he did not preach religion but was an example of goodness. It is amazing how himself he could be with children, especially. He was genuinely a good person. He spoke out with his example against racism, war, and discrimination against homosexuals. He was ahead of his time. He tried doing a similar program for adults; but it really didn't succeed. His forte was with children. He broadcast through the Vietnam War, 9-11, the Challenger disaster. He helped children deal with loss and fear. He did not shy away from talking with children with physical limitations and could make them feel loved and important.
The documentary eveen dealt with parodies of Mr. Rogers. This included Johnny Carson and Eddie Murphy. Hiw reaction was some was funny, and some wasn't.
Most important he was not afraid to be human, and teaches us all how to be more human. Very good Mr. Rogers.
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