All of the documentaries we watched about Los Sures were incredibly compelling; while all of the films were similar, they had vast differences. The first hour-long documentary felt very personal to the neighborhood, as it showed in great detail the lives of real people living there. On the other end of the spectrum, the short documentaries were more focused on the overall feel of the town, what life looks like there and the aesthetic.

I am looking forward to visiting Los Sures with my Storytelling Across Media class! All of the preparation for the field trip has made me wonder…

1. Has Los Sures always been recognized as the most impoverished town in Brooklyn?
2. Is there hope for the future of Los Sures and everyone living there?
3. Is it possible to thrive and be successful in a place like Los Sures, or is it all about where you’re from?