Released during an election year, right in the middle of the Republican Presidential Primaries, it's hard to not see Nat Christian's Monday Mornings without at least considering its political motive.
The story follows popular Minneapolis right-wind radio personality Thomas Bach. A strong force within the Tea Party Movement, Bach is hand picked to run for the U.S. Senate. Before he can formally accept the invitation, he must travel to Los Angeles to clean up some dirty laundry, a trip that ultimately leads to him living on the street without a sense of his past.
I will be the first to say that Monday Morning is far from perfect. The story, though humbling in many areas, bears a sense of extremity to it that forced me to question its authenticity. Bach's casual encounters appeared a bit dramatic, and while I got that he was associating with career-homeless citizens, his immediate experiences were a bit much.
Underneath the extremities there lies a unique story that dives beyond its political exterior, unveiling a severe problem in our country and putting a spotlight on those who must rise up and make a difference.
I'm not a fan of handouts and believe that everything in life is earned. That being said, Monday Morning was still a worthy watch. Sure, it dissects the homeless population and puts life into perspective, but most importantly, it shows that everyone has a story. And while we may think we know it all, there is still plenty to be learned about those around us.
