Strive (2019)

overview : Kalani (Joi Campbell), is a teenager living in Harlem with her older brother Jacob, and her younger sister, Bebe, while her mother struggles to make ends meet. Her college counselor Mr. Rose (Danny Glover) sees great promise in her educational future. As Kalani's siblings get caught in a myriad of hardships, Kalani teeters on the brink of ruin as she struggles to keep both her family and her dream intact. Strive reminds us that hard work, optimism, and perseverance, in the face of overwhelming adversity, is the essence of what it is to be American.

Release Date : May 19, 2019

Runtime : 1h 22m

Genre : Drama  

Companies : Aletheia Films

Countries : United States of America

Keywords : coming of age, teenage girl, family drama, harlem, new york city, teen drama, strive