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Trouble the Water Documentary Directors: Tia Lessin and Carl Deal Some cinematography by Kimberly Roberts Zeitgeist Films No Film Rating but could be R for language Running Length: 97 minutes Grand Jury Prize at Sundance 2008 for Best Documentary The devastation of Hurricane Katrina has been documented many times, but none so personal as Trouble the Water. Kimberly Roberts had gotten a video camera a short time before the hurricane hit New Orleans, and Kimberly kept filming before, during and after the storm. Here is a first hand account of what it means to see storm clouds coming in, water rising, trying to be rescued and trying to help those in need around you, especially the elderly. When the announcement comes to evacuate, many residents simply cannot do this. There is no transportation or anyone to take them to the transportation point. Refuge is a dark attic and the sound is that of the wind and water against the side of the house. We witness what happens when help finally comes and the group Kimberly is filming, is directed to a naval base. It is being closed and the group is told to go elsewhere, though there are accommodations inside. Along the way, we get to know Kimberly, who wants to make a rap album and provides some music on the video. Even though there are hardships, they do take care of their pet dog, who is always with them. Afterward, when they return to New Orleans, it is to devastation and a part of the town they don't recognize. Everything is gone. What you can learn from this is never take anything for granted, don't think "the big one" can't happen to you, and if you live in a part of the country where natural disasters are prevalent (hurricane, tornado, blizzards, earthquake or brush/forest fires), always be prepared. Copyright 2008 Marie Asner
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