If nobility was the measure of quality in documentary films, then dozens of them would be Sundance prize-winners just like this extra-virtuous, dramatically undernourished portrait of the agony of exile. A group of Sudanese refugees victims of years of violent turmoil journey to the U.S. and attempt to make a life here. They have never had electricity, let alone cable or Whole Foods, so there is culture-clash comedy, as well as a few wrenching moments of loneliness. Yet God Grew Tired of Us never brings us half as close to its subjects as the far more penetrating Lost Boys of Sudan did in 2004.
OscarWatch TV: 'Avatar' as underdog?
Dave Karger and Missy Schwartz on the rise of ''Hurt Locker,'' Sandra leapfrogging Meryl for Best Actress
More
Totally 'Lost'!
Get up to speed for the final season:
New theories and news from Doc Jensen, exclusive video, photos, trivia, and more
More
Add your comment
The rules: Keep it clean, and stay on the subject or we might delete your comment. If you see inappropriate language, e-mail us. An asterisk * indicates a required field.