The documentary was amazing. After watching the movie I thought I need to get this movie because there is so much to learn from it. It was fascinating to see these four babies grow up in completely different environments, yet they all still had similar developmental tendencies. I noticed while watching the movie my thoughts and beliefs changing as the movie progressed. At first, I felt horrible for the babies and mothers living and growing up in an African country. I saw the lack of clothes, lack of hygiene and living conditions. Slowly I realized I had these feelings because of the society I've lived in that has shaped my beliefs of other cultures. I remembered that I should not compare cultures because I will be looking through the eyes of my own culture. Out of all four countries, I felt that the babies in Africa were the most well behaved, and loved life. The mothers were caring, loving, affectionate, and the babies were perfectly content.
The children growing up in Mongolia however, were misbehaved. The older brother picked on the baby, and repeatedly hit him. Restraining the baby to the bed and to the bed posts I felt was horrible. Then, I slowly remembered that this is the only thing they know and I stopped comparing.
The babies were adorable, and I found myself wanting to take them home with me. They were hilarious, especially the girl in Japan (I believe) who could not stop crying when she was playing. Overall, I felt appreciation for the things I have in my life and the opportunities we have in the United States. The film was excellent and I will most likely be watching it again.
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