First Generation
Originally released in 2011. First Generation is a documentary film. directed by Adam Fenderson.
Starring Blair Underwood
Synopsis
An award-winning feature-length documentary narrated by Golden Globe nominee Blair Underwood, FIRST GENERATION tells the story of four high school students - an inner city athlete, a small town waitress, a Samoan warrior dancer, and the daughter of migrant field workers - who set out to break the cycle of poverty and bring hope to their families and communities by pursuing a college education. Shot over the course of three years and featuring some of our nation’s top educational experts (Richard Kahlenberg, The Century Foundation; J.B. Schramm, College Summit; Dr. Bill Tierney, University of Southern California), this 95 minute documentary explores the problem of college access faced by first generation and low-income students and how their success has major implications for the future of our nation.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2011
15 years ago
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Generation about?
An award-winning feature-length documentary narrated by Golden Globe nominee Blair Underwood, FIRST GENERATION tells the story of four high school students - an inner city athlete, a small town wai...
Who directed First Generation?
First Generation was directed by Adam Fenderson.
When was First Generation released?
First Generation was released on January 1, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in First Generation?
The main cast of First Generation includes Blair Underwood.