Review of When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts

I am thankful that Spike Lee gave us a REAL glimpse at what REALLY happened. I was truly saddened and heartbroken that this had not been brought to light sooner, but grateful it is here to tell the true story of what really happened in the aftermath of Katrina in New Orleans. I cried through 90% of this documentary as I found it appalling how the various pieces of government failed in so many ways to help the people of New Orleans. The part that really bothered me most was when the truth was revealed about how various government bodies attempted to cover their own asses with the popular catch phrase of, "I was not informed" or "I was misinformed." Especially when they showed video clips of the various government bodies being notified days before Katrina hit. I am appalled that politics was even a thought during this crisis. I was further appalled to know that people were dying waiting for Federal Aid, whose lives could have been saved. Instead people DIED thanks to a government being too wrapped up in their own images and money to save lives.

Thank you Spike Lee for showing us the TRUTH! I cannot wait to see part 2!