Living on One Dollar is a documentary film that follows the journey of four young friends – Chris, Zach, Sean, and Ryan – as they try to understand and experience living on less than one dollar a day. The friends, who are students at Claremont McKenna College in California, set out to live in rural Pena Blanca, Guatemala, for 56 days with only $56 each.
Their aim was to conduct research on the challenges faced by people living in extreme poverty, and to document their experiences through video recordings. During their stay in Pena Blanca, they confront several challenges, including hunger, financial stress, and a lack of clean water, sanitation facilities, and healthcare.
Moreover, they witnessed firsthand how poverty affects people's lives, including the impact on education, social relationships, and physical health. Additionally, they came across various issues that people living in poverty face every day, such as malnutrition, disease, and a lack of access to basic necessities.
Despite their hardships, the friends find strength in the generosity and resilience of their neighbors, Rosa, Anthony and Chino. They also learn about innovative solutions to poverty, such as microfinance programs and community-based initiatives that help people lift themselves out of poverty.
Living on One Dollar provides an eye-opening account of the daily struggles of people living in extreme poverty in Guatemala. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of understanding poverty and of taking action to address the issue. The film also inspires viewers to make a difference in their own communities and around the world.