While watching Beast of the Southern Wild I realized when people are secluded from the majority of society they establish their own norms. This makes room for secluded populations to easily disregard any societal standards that conflicts with their own, which can also stem from lack of knowledge. Therefore, when outsiders attempt to invade their space, for any reason, it is natural for them to behave in a hostile manner. Initially, I was under the impression that Hushpuppy, the main little girl in the film, and Wink, Hushpuppy’s father, live in a third world country due ethnocentrism. I could not come to terms with the idea of American citizens living in extreme impoverished conditions. The film brings awareness to the effects of lack of nurture,
