3.6“In an ordinary place, he found the one person to make his life extraordinary.”/ December 21, 2000
Gus Van Sant tells the story of a young African American man named Jamal who confronts his talents while living on the streets of the Bronx. He accidentally runs into an old writer named Forrester who discovers his passion for writing. With help from his new mentor Jamal receives a scholarship to a private school.
“In an ordinary place, he found the one person to make his life extraordinary.”
William Forrester
Jamal Wallace
Robert Crawford
Claire Spence
Curated based on cinematic style, tone, and audience acclaim
Kenzo
Terrell Wallace
Ms. Joyce
John Coleridge
Dr. Spence
Prof. Matthews
Massie
Damon
