Born Poor
Released just last year. Born Poor is a documentary film. directed by Jezza Neumann. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
More than a decade ago, the Emmy-nominated documentary "Poor Kids" explored poverty in the United States as it’s rarely seen: through the eyes of children. "Born Poor" tells the stories of the same children, now grown, chronicling their lives from childhood to the present day. The 90-minute documentary follows Kaylie, Johnny and Brittany across three chapters of their lives as they grow from kids to teenagers to adults, trying to pursue their dreams while dealing with an economy where they face more obstacles than opportunities — and trying to overcome the grinding poverty that shaped their childhoods.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- FRONTLINE
- True Vision Productions
- GBH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Born Poor about?
More than a decade ago, the Emmy-nominated documentary "Poor Kids" explored poverty in the United States as it’s rarely seen: through the eyes of children. "Born Poor" tells the stories of the sa...
Who directed Born Poor?
Born Poor was directed by Jezza Neumann.
How long is Born Poor?
Born Poor has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Born Poor released?
Born Poor was released on October 7, 2025 in theaters.