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Born Rich is a fascinating 2003 documentary film directed by Jamie Johnson that explores the lifestyles and perspectives of young heirs and heirs apparent of some of the wealthiest families in the United States. The film offers an inside look into the world of inherited wealth, privilege and responsibility as the film director himself is the heir to the Johnson & Johnson company.

The documentary not only delves into the lifestyles and experiences of some of the children of the wealthiest figures in the United States but also explores their views on what it means to be born rich. Some of the featured subjects include Ivanka Trump, Georgina Bloomberg, Si Newhouse IV, and many more.

The film is narrated by Johnson who inherited a great deal of wealth from his family's involvement in the Johnson & Johnson company, while also featuring commentary from other heirs who share their own perspectives and experiences. The subjects include some of the most famous names in the world of the ultra-wealthy. Their varied personal backgrounds, experiences and beliefs provide a diverse and intriguing perspective on what it means to be born into a highly privileged lifestyle.

Ivanka Trump, for example, was featured in the documentary as the daughter of the then-New York real estate billionaire, Donald Trump. She spoke of her experiences in growing up in a wealthy household and the expectations that came with it. Ivanka spoke about how she had to work harder than her peers to develop her own identity and career path, as being a Trump heiress came with a great deal of baggage and preconceived notions that often had little basis in reality.

Georgina Bloomberg, the youngest daughter of former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, discussed the advantages and disadvantages of growing up wealthy. She talked about the pressure of living up to high expectations and the struggle to find her own place in the world without eclipsing her father's legacy.

Other heirs offer different perspectives. One heir, for example, spoke of the burden of self-doubt and anxiety borne of the pressure to live up to family expectations. Another spoke about the isolation and loneliness that he felt due to his family's wealth.

The film also examines the act of giving back, with the children of the wealthy considering philanthropy and charity as a way to contribute to society, as well as an important means of transmuting fortunate riches into something that can truly benefit others. The film raises some intriguing questions about the meaning of wealth and the responsibilities that come with it. Issues of ethical concerns and money management are discussed, such as the issues of growing wealth inequality and the injustice of a billionaire not paying their fair share of taxes, a topic examined by Bloomberg.

Born Rich provides an important look into the world of the ultra-wealthy and the complexity of the lives of those born into great wealth. It is a captivating expose of the challenges and opportunities that come with immense riches, and can teach audiences a great deal about empathy and understanding.

Overall, the film feels more like a personal exploration of the lives, thoughts, and feelings of some privileged members of society, rather than an attempt to depict an entire class of people. It is not a judgmental, critical film, but rather a nuanced and thoughtful reflection on wealth, responsibility, privilege and its impact on the children of the people who possess it. It is a great movie from a personal point of view and provides a glimpse into an extraordinary world that most of us have never seen before.

Born Rich Documentary is a documentary with a runtime of 1 hour and 7 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.5.