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Second Line
Directed by Danny Glover, one man’s journey from indifference to understanding.
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July 7, 2010 by VEGAS
It never changes. Responsibility. I would like to see a movie made about a father who is a musician or singer, trying to make cds to sell them, to buy his kids, new shoes., clothes. a poor man. A real true, poor man.
WHere is the song that plays about the little boy that says....Daddy....whats for supper?....when are you coming to see me since mommy and you dont live together anymore?.......can snoopdog.....make one?....maybe he has, I just aint HEARD it yet!
I see it. Responsibility. Imagine if you cant get to it. words. by. VEGAS.
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July 15, 2010 by M.RAMZAN.ALI
it is really good.may ALLAH bless u and make u confident to serve the people in a good way.
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October 20, 2010 by Sadiqa
Peace, Ioved it,Straight to the point, their a need for us/all to pay attention. I'd love to see more. Peace,love and happines!!
August 1, 2010 by diane
I would also love to see a movie where the father has left the mother and his own kids and now living with another woman taking care of her kids, and his own kids in need financially and needing their father! Because that is REALITY! This was very good and a start! Great job Danny Glover!
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August 22, 2010 by Fran Kelly
I was married for 24 yrs and had 10 children and three miscarriages in 15 years, When the youngest was 8, their father took up residence with his secretary and adopted her two children and totally removed himself from his own childrens lives. He is not part of their lives to this day outside of a birthday card to them on their Bday. I alone had the priviledge of picking up the pieces, being in their lives for all the bad and the good and in the autumn of my life I am reaping the rewards of 10 stable, well adjusted and awesome children who cherish Family Life. . The best thing their father ever did was leave, now he lives the lonesome life he chose with a third wife.
September 11, 2010 by Clyde Hart
What to do about screaming children? I have 8 daughters and 19 grandchildren, and many rolls of duct tape.
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September 30, 2010 by Debbie Jo
OMG. You are one of the most brave persons I have ever heard of in my life. Bless your pea picking heart. I barely raised one. But I did a good job raising my granddaughter.
October 24, 2010 by Sunrise
If those screams did not ever exist you would be able to say you have screaming children and grandchildren! The blessings to you are abundant. Be glad and rejoice the screams are heard.
October 18, 2010 by Richard Griffis
I have always Loved Danny Glovers work and this is just a small example of what a Great mind can do . Good Job Mr Glover you make me proud to be a man of kindred spirit. Thanks for the great films you have given us . A huge Fan
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November 17, 2010 by Jane Hegrat
Great comments to a great film. Teachers could use this in their classrooms to teach without saying a thing. Just let the child see and learn for themselves.
July 10, 2011 by sharetta britton
mr. glover i am a fan of yours . then when i found out that your into organo gold. i use to wonder how you lost the weight you realy look good . i'm just starting into og i was woundering would help me out. all so.email me thank you. GOD BLESS
October 20, 2010 by WILLIE RUSHING
THE WORLD IS FULL OF US.WE LIVE IN OUR OWN LITTLE PEN,OBLIVIOUS TO OUR SURROUNDING.WE THINK THERE'S NOTHING OF IMPORTANCE BUT US.
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March 12, 2011 by luvenia meekins
That's the way we should treat everyone from the least to the greatest. Phenomenal!
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April 22, 2011 by lucille seaverns
I'm a huge fan of Danny Glover he did a always does a great job at all he does I can't even imagine what it would be like just toknow him personally I sure he would be a great friend as well lou
May 24, 2011 by Mary Faith Holzer
It only takes one to start a parade of love that keeps going on, until there begin to be more parades of love for all. This is the music life. It all started with one Mighty Love that makes, even the rocks sing! Your parade is fantistic, and I love you, your love, and your song.
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October 26, 2011 by StepFatherToFour
First to say, wonderful short. Having been homeless at 18 all the way up to 23, I can say first hand how indifferent people can be. Though when you had looked at me I did not wear shabby ripped and torn clothes, nor reeked like I have not bathed in months.I was a just a young man who was homeless fighting my way through life. Interesting enough I would find help from the same people, who others would normally turn their noses up from. My fellow brothers and sisters had nothing themselves yet was willing to split what they had with me. It showed me that no matter what position you are in, no matter what troubles may befall you, the person you are reveals itself and shows your true colors to the world. Now, at the age of 30, I have a wonderful wife who has kids from another man, four, grown, and with their own children, eight all together. And I teach them every chance I get to be humble and respect and cherish the life you have and cherish the life next to you. The interaction between people is the magic of life. Want it to be beautiful, be kind, it is the most beautiful gift anyone can receive.
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July 7, 2010 by Trinidad Ramirez
I liked it. Sometimes change happens that way, one person at a time. Plus, I am a Danny Glover fan and it's cool to see him looking more real than "Hollywood."
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July 7, 2010 by Priestess Kandi Ranson
I feel like this is a rude awakening. Thanks Danny and everyone who worked on this film. I love the way it was shot, I love the story, I love the editing too!
I will be sharing this with my social networks.
Blessed Be, Priestess Kandi Ranson
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August 4, 2010 by Bongo
Danny Glover is a master in the acting business and he sure gave some good words in this motion picture.
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July 7, 2010 by Sayo Martin
Just the other day I was brainstorming with my husband on creative ways artists can use their talents to get people thinking about ways they could make a positive difference in the lives of others - this video definitely rang true
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July 7, 2010 by Anna
Beautiful - the world needs more people like Mr Glover! Reminds me of my favorite saying " never resist the urge to do a good deed- you will never regret a good deed" - much respect!
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July 8, 2010 by Hector Salgado
I had the good fortune to meet Mr. Glover at a festival in Milan two years ago. His commitment to a better world is very inspiring. Great film, great acting, editing and location. Bravo Maestro!!
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July 8, 2010 by Sane
This has been done before and done much better.
I'm surprised Mr. Glover didn't have Hugo Chavez in the video. But, maybe Hugo is getting mad at Danny, since Hugo gave Danny $18 million dollars years ago, direct a film about Toussaint Louverture. Nothing yet.
"Responsibility " and Danny Glover - wake up.
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September 13, 2010 by Fellow Citizen
You say this has been done before and better? Was it done better by you?
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July 8, 2010 by Melissa McGahee
I loved the video. I'm a huge Danny Glover fan. I think nowadays when many people are involved in personal struggles it is important to reflect on how society is bound together in a beautiful and unique way.
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July 9, 2010 by Patricia
I am a fan of Mr. Glover and was happy to see his picture attached to the Responsibility Project.
This is great. It is so true, always be kind to others. Nothing in life is so important that you cannot take the time to help those in need.
Great job.
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July 9, 2010 by Kim Miller
I loved the video. You just never know how helping someone, even a little bit, can effect their lives for the better.
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July 9, 2010 by Susan Renee
I loved this film! It speaks to what is missing in much of society today: The simple truth that it could be US in need one day... I loved it when Mr. Glover finally saw HIS face on the man on the bench. Bravo, Mr. Glover and everyone involved in this project...and of course, Bravo, Liberty Mutual!!
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July 9, 2010 by Robin Lanning
Loved this !! It just proves we too often run through life without taking notice of what is going on around us. Thanks to all those including Danny Glover, who do care and who take time to stop, on a busy day and take notice of others. It truely does make a difference in peoples lives. :)
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