This was an excellent documentary.The editing and sound score delivered this film to me with power and subtlety at the same time. Capturing what ,at it's heart expresses itself yet I felt as if I was there in a very personal way. I recommend it to everyone who draws inspiration from films, writing and the power words have to lift us up or expose our emotions to the light. There is so much it offers, for me more than one viewing is a requirement.
Plot summary
A team of young black Slam Poets stake their reputations on the risk of telling hard truths as they compete for the National Championship during the racially-charged summer of 2016.
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December 08, 2023 at 03:22 PM
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Personal, Inspirational, emotional, intelligent, artistic, necessary
Awesome
Art in its rawest, best form...seen from deep inside. Excellent film making choices, from form to music to cinematography. Even pushes the slam to new and relevant meaning.
See it, you won't be sorry, it will make you re-examine yourself.
Amazing film
In this film we are honored to be brought into the creative lives and processes of some truly amazing slam poets. Their coach, Lauren, pushes and supports each poet to get to the heart of their work, to keep writing past their emotional stop signs. The performances of the Bowery Club's work is a cut above the other teams in its powerful impact. A must-see film that would be useful in high school and college classes.