Lost in America (2017 film)

Lost in America is a documentary feature film by director Rotimi Rainwater.[1] The film aims to shine a light on the issue of homeless youth in the United States.[2] It investigates the reasons youth become homeless, the challenges they face while on the streets and the possible ways to help them find homes and get off the street for good.

Lost in America
Directed byRotimi Rainwater
Release date
  • November 2017 (2017-11)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The film includes appearances by singers Jon Bon Jovi and Jewel,[3] actors Halle Berry and Rosario Dawson,[3] and US Senator Patrick Leahy.[4] The film was shown out of competition at the Bentonville Film Festival.[2]

Lost in America is a continuation of Rotimi Rainwater's journey of shining the light on youth homelessness after directing the feature film Sugar.[3]

Synopsis

Lost in America follows the journey of formerly homeless director, Rotimi Rainwater,[2] as he tries to accept and come to terms with his experience of being a homeless youth. He and his film crew travel the country interviewing homeless youth, organizations aimed to help them, and politicians to gain a better understanding of the issue of youth homelessness.[5] The film looks at the challenges faced by homeless youth such as sex trafficking, the failure of the foster care system and the lack of acceptance of LGBTQ kids.[5]

Production

Lost in America began production in 2013.[1] Funding for the film was raised via crowdfunding site Indiegogo.[6]

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References
  1. Longo, Joseph (8 June 2018). "Jewel recounts experience as homeless teen in exclusive 'Lost In America' trailer". EW.com. Retrieved 2018-12-02.
  2. "We spoke to Director Rotimi Rainwater about this film "Lost in America"". The Arkansas CW Crew. 8 May 2018. Retrieved 2018-12-01.
  3. White, Vikki (22 September 2018). "Brit left homeless caring for cancer-stricken mum becomes Hollywood director". Daily Mirror. Retrieved 2018-12-01.
  4. Busch, Anita (27 January 2017). "'Lost In America' Documentary Gets Push From Russell Simmons & Jon Bon Jovi". Deadline. Retrieved 2018-12-01.
  5. Nolan, Joe (16 May 2018). "'Lost In America' Documentary Spotlights Plight Of Homeless Youth". The Contributor. Retrieved 2018-12-01.
  6. Nichols, James Michael (31 March 2015). "'Lost In America' Documents The Reality Of Youth Homelessness In America". Huffington Post. Retrieved 2018-12-01.


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