Foster (2018)

Overview

Foster care in America is a pressing issue, with over 400,000 children currently in the system and one in eight experiencing neglect or abuse by adulthood. This documentary offers a deep dive into the complexities of foster care, utilizing exclusive insights from the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, the nation’s largest child welfare agency. Through powerful personal narratives, Foster sheds light on the challenges faced by these vulnerable children and the dedicated professionals striving to support them, illuminating a world often overlooked and misunderstood.