Bully Film Summary

Bullying: Why It Happens
The documentary Bully, directed by Lee Hirsch argues that bullying is an on-growing social problem occurring in America that is not receiving the acknowledgment it deserves. The film shows how oblivious adults ignore the issue and classify it as a normality, while also showing a clear insight to the mental and physical abuse kids face everyday. Hirsch supports his argument with his successful use of ethos, logos and pathos by weaving together the stories of five different families who have first hand experience with bullying, making them reliable sources. The directors purpose is to inform the audience on bullying and to create a new realization of this ongoing issue, so kids can rise above and empower one another …show more content…
This shift is very effective because the audience was not expecting it, this grabs their attention and helps persuades them. Hirsch includes a clip of Tyler’s dad explaining how he created an organization group called “Stand for the Silence” In this scene it shows the coming together of people and the willingness of many to end bullying. Tyler’s dad then has a speech and says “Be the difference go out and find that one child, that new kid that just moved to town standing over there by himself, be his friend, smile and be willing to help him out when he gets pushed down, stand up for him, if we do it together we will change the world” (Bully) Hirsch creates a shift by showing a more positive side on the subject bullying, unlike the rest of the documentary. This is very effective and informs viewers that by joining forces and by making your voices heard you can potentially stop bullying. This is extremely powerful because it brings hope to this situation and also leaves the audience motivated in wanting to stand up and make a change, including this positive yet motivational clip strengthens his argument and effects on the