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| This is one of the best documentary films I’ve ever seen on young Black manhood. Its use of pop-culture, its visual look, and the way that the producers wove persons like myself who are activists with entertainment personalities like Diddy are brilliant. The only way to reach young brothers is to speak their language and this film does that well. |
Kevin Powell, Community Activist, Brooklyn, NY |
| Thank you for not forgetting our youth. I completely agreed when Ice Cube said, “know the game.” Without knowing the game, how can you excel with your “A” game? |
Kendra S., Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Atlanta, GA |
| Awareness is critical. I am a community organizer and most importantly, a mother of sons. It would be great to include young boys in dialogue that recognizes those options outside of “ball and rap.” Great job! Keep spreading the word. |
Anika M., International Black DocuFest, Atlanta, GA |
| Thank you for not forgetting our youth. I completely agreed when Ice Cube said, “know the game.” Without knowing the game, how can you excel with your “A” game? |
Anika M., International Black DocuFest, Atlanta, GA |
| As an educator and a mother a son, the film is very relevant. I think it is most important to also stress that if basketball, sports, or entertainment is your dream, be sure to prepare yourself through education and skill. We want children to believe that all dreams are attainable through hard work and preparation. |
Marcia W., Atlanta Public Schools, Atlanta, GA |
| This film relates to me because I have close friends dropping out of school and trying to find the easy way out without an education. The scene with the rapper and the basketball gates resonated with me. There are many brothers in our community that are trying to go in only those two careers, not knowing that there are limited numbers of people who succeed in those areas. |
M.G., high school student, Bronx, NY |
| I liked the part that shows that there’s more to life than basketball or being a rapper. I think the music today may make kids think that’s the only way to be rich and that’s how you should spend money – wastefully, on jewels, cars, drinks, and girls. Please do a lot of outreach to the community. |
Paris P., Public Health Advisor, Atlanta, GA |
| I embrace the whole concept of BRING YOUR “A” GAME. I work with “middle cohort” young people to help introduce them to leadership, careers, and college life, preparing them through real-world experiences to begin to understand the relevance of education, academics, and career. |
Robyn I., Nashville, TN |
| I have two nephews who live in inner-city Philadelphia. The film was so inspiring and I want to share it with my brother and his boys. It was fabulous! It is absolutely realistic and believable. I liked how the film talked about the limited chances to enter the sports industry. |
Omeka R., Atlanta, GA |
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