Strive
"A teenager from the projects in Harlem aims to get into Yale, but must push against the world holding her back."
Originally released in 2019. Strive is a drama film. directed by Robert Rippberger. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Danny Glover, Tony D. Head, and Nicole Ehinger
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 19, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
1.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Aletheia Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strive about?
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...
Who directed Strive?
Strive was directed by Robert Rippberger.
How long is Strive?
Strive has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Strive released?
Strive was released on May 19, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Strive?
The main cast of Strive includes Danny Glover, Tony D. Head, Nicole Ehinger, Scarlett Sperduto, Leopold Manswell.