Still I Strive

But the directors elevate the picture to a level of emotional genius by filming the children's play as a full-on cinematic adaptation, shot and edited with seriousness and polish.

The power of performing arts to restore hope to damaged young lives is marvelously captured in Still I Strive.

It’s a marvelously imaginative conceit that transforms what could have been yet another dryly informative documentary into the realm of art.

The innovative fictional narrative, woven throughout, demonstrates that many of these young actors have learned their lessons well.