OneFour: Against All Odds

Wauw. If you have any interest in social issues or the music industry in general, this is a must watch. I don't think I've ever felt so frustrated and angry after watching a doc while also being inspired at the same time. The documentary depicts the struggles the Samoan community face on a day to day in Syndey. Is shows how they find music as an outlet for their battlescars and trauma. It shows how police, fueled by fear and a lack of empathy tries to portray these young men and their art as the root of all crime in Sydney. This all whilest their art is the one thing that is strengthening their community and giving a sprinkle of hope to their youth. It depicts the mental toughness these guys possess, thanks to their love for their family, community and their art. Absolute warriors that deserve to be seen by the world!✊🏽

Totally agree with the movie. Being a Samoan myself, I had my fair share of dealings with the police. 25 years ago, Ipswich in the western suburbs of Brisbane, is a different place compared to it now. Lots of racism from Police to teachers at both primary and high school. We were labelled "gangs" and were only 13 years old lol I really hope one four overcome their adversary.

So many white Australians who have done far worst, including terrorism to drug trafficking, are aloud to write a book about what they did and make money out of it. Yet, one four are banned to perform which allows them to bring income for them and their families. Talk about basic human rights violation. Mind you, Australia violates basic human rights laws everyday. But, everyday Australians do not know that their Australian Gov do it.

So their goal is to fizzle one four out to get them back into the trouble that they're trying to get out of....? Yet, NSW gov does not invest in those disadvantage communities to make it better, but make the communities turn on each other?

This movie really show how and who Australians really are. I experience it myself. I hear horror stories from tourists who visit australia.

An enlightening and engaging documentary exploring the experiences of a young rap group who have brushed with the law.

As an Australian citizen, watching these young people try to escape a life of crime through the arts and being oppressed using archaic anti organised crime laws brings a real fire to my mind. I recommend a watch whether you're a fan of the music or not. Watching as the police repeatedly overreach as a method of crushing freedom of speech shows how backwardly conservative Australia really is leaves this viewer with a stony heart.

At the end of the first viewing my mind recalls growing up in western Sydney, how the common criminal elements were restricted to drug use and domestic violence, as well as concerning rhetoric around sexual consent. This film acts as an astounding criticism and in many ways is a stark display of Sydney's complete and utter sledgehammer approach to policing and leaves the viewer wondering, why do the police never speak of tangible plans to engage with their communities.

A must watch.

Brilliant, well-structured documentary about racism, retaliation and redemption through music. It should be mandatory viewing for all. It's multi-layered: cultural, social, legal, political, and has generated a lot of discussion with friends. Was a real eye-opener about the boys, the music and the challenges they face. Everyone deserves another chance, to flourish and to make an honest living from doing what they love. So much respect for the resilience the boys have demonstrated. Never give up.

Police money would be better spent building bridges between the youth and police - set up music studios in PCYCs, etc - do something positive and constructive for better outcomes all round.

Score 11/10.

This sucked me right in. They have a new fan! Can't believe the police power that got put into them! Do the white Aussie rappers get the same treatment????

Other than that it was great account of their lives and trying to succeed. Music should not be banned or silenced.

Story telling is what we do. I loved how these boys from western Sydney put that in music. Yes they have shady past and grew up in rough area. But them breaking out and being recognised shows kids as well that there is more in life.

I mainly wanted to come complain about the police pressure. That made me mad. I'm all for police but not when it's always on POC and disadvantaged areas. Put support and finance into those areas!

Proud of these guys using there creativity and voice.

You have a new fan.