Living on One Dollar

Four young American filmmakers embed themselves in a rural Peruvian village to live on just $1 a day for two months. They aim to document the realities of extreme poverty, facing challenges like food scarcity, lack of clean water, and economic instability firsthand. Their experiment becomes a powerful exploration of what it means to survive, the resilience of the human spirit, and the complex nature of global poverty.

Living on One Dollar was praised for its bold and immersive approach to depicting poverty, offering a personal and impactful perspective. Critics lauded the filmmakers' commitment to the experiment and the authentic portrayal of the challenges faced by the villagers, though some noted the inherent limitations of such a short-term, externally-imposed experience.

• An eye-opening and deeply personal look at poverty.

• Commendable for its immersive and authentic approach.

• Raises important questions about global inequality and aid.

Google audience: Viewers found the documentary incredibly impactful and eye-opening, praising the filmmakers' bravery and commitment to experiencing poverty firsthand. Many appreciated the raw and honest portrayal of daily struggles and the resilience of the community, finding it a powerful call to awareness and action regarding global poverty.

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Tribeca Film Festival.

The filmmakers actually contracted a parasitic infection during their stay in Peru due to the difficult living conditions and limited access to clean water.