Hillbilly Elegy Film on Netflix
Hillbilly Elegy, the film adaptation of JD Vance's memoir, has surged in popularity on Netflix, drawing both admiration and criticism. The movie portrays Vance's impoverished upbringing and his journey through the U.S. Marine Corps, Iraq War, Ohio State University, and Yale Law School. It has sold 1.6 million copies and Vance was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2022. The film was directed by Ron Howard and released in 2020, currently trending at No. 4 on Netflix's Top 10 list in the U.S.
Key Points
- Portrays JD Vance's impoverished upbringing and journey through the military and education
- Directed by Ron Howard, released in 2020, currently trending at No. 4 on Netflix
Pros
- Highlights real-life hardships and success story of JD Vance
- Addresses important societal issues such as poverty and perseverance
Cons
- Draws criticism for promoting controversial political figures
- Some viewers threaten to cancel Netflix subscriptions due to the movie's prominence