Good Fortune is the most inspirational movie of the year, using the twice homeless, now billionaire entrepreneur, John Paul DeJoria to prove that hard work does, indeed, pay off. Through the use of reenactments, themed music as transitions from segment-to-segment, and interviews with family members and friends, the documentary captures the fun-loving, hardworking, "the sky is the limit"-type person that John Paul DeJoria is. Raised by a single mom who taught him that "there is always someone who has less than you," JP has embodied this factoid his entire life, both before and after becoming successful. The film features footage of JP working hands-on with organizations such as the Sea Shepherds (nonprofit that works to prevent whale poaching), visiting his employees whom he constantly praises for being "geniuses", and keeping in touch with his business partners in order to ensure they are thriving. The film beautifully captures the amazing work that John Paul DeJoria does, motivating viewers to live life to the fullest and to create their own success the right way: through hard work and treating others well. His mantra, "Success unshared is failure," shines through everything he does, from the fact that he uses his success to give back to over 160 charities to his dedication to using recycled glass for his Patron tequila bottles (a process that is very tedious and described as a "nightmare" in the film). This is a beautifully inspiring film that will restore viewers' faith in humanity. I HIGHLY recommend it.
Review of Good Fortune
