Synopsis:
OT: our town, tells the amazing underdog story about the first play in twenty years at Dominguez High in Compton, California, and their attempt – with no stage, money or theater experience – to produce Thornton Wilder’s American classic “Our Town. ” OT: our town combines an overcoming-adversity story, with Wilder’s timeless and universal themes – on life, love and death – to create an original portrait of an American community.

Articles / Press:

“A documentary about an unlikely combination of play and players has the power to change lives and attitudes.”
Kenneth Turan, LOS ANGELES TIMES
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“A moving and illuminating glimpse that smashes the gangster stereotypes of Compton.
An underdog tale par excellence!”
David Ansen, NEWSWEEK
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“Terrific fun! OT: our town is lively and touching.”
Elvis Mitchell, NEW YORK TIMES
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“A glowing demonstration of the power of language, of art, and of community.”
Moira Macdonald, THE SEATTLE TIMES
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“It’s a movie that will break your heart and put it back together again several times over!”
Brent Simon, ENTERTAINMENT TODAY

“The most triumphant and human story to reach screens in a long time!”
Luke Thompson, THE PHOENIX NEW TIMES
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“Smart, funny, and deeply moving, a Los Angeles that’s never been put on film! The film’s greatest strength, aside from its winning subjects, is Kennedy’s deft editing skills. ”
Ernest Hardy, LA WEEKLY
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“Extraordinary! Constantly surprises… Pure filmmaking savvy… An instant Classic!”
Ronnie Scheib, VARIETY
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“Outstanding! A vivid coming-of-age drama…genuinely uplifting!”
Paul Sherman, THE BOSTON HERALD

“Kennedy documents with skill and compassion, avoiding the pitfalls of sentimentality and victimology. He and his likable “cast” deserve a standing ovation!”
David Sterritt, CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
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“The most truthful “backstage” film in ages… a hugely inspiring portrait of human persistence!”
Jeffrey M. Anderson, SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER