We Could Be King

Apr 23 2014 Not Rated 1h 20m
Documentary, Sport

Germantown and Martin Luther King High Schools were bitter rivals for over 40 years. This past year, a budget crisis caused Philadelphia to lay off over 4000 employees and close 37 schools, including Germantown High. Now Germantown must merge with their former rival, King. Against overwhelming odds, a 27-year old first time head coach and a new principal fight to inspire young men from difficult circumstances to come together and lift each other toward a better future.

Plot

Germantown and Martin Luther King High Schools were bitter rivals for over 40 years. This past year, a budget crisis caused Philadelphia to lay off over 4000 employees and close two dozen schools, including Germantown High. Now Germantown must merge with their former rival, King. Against overwhelming odds, a 27-year old first time head coach and a new principal fight to inspire young men from difficult circumstances to come together and lift each other toward a better future.

Written by

N/A

Directed by

Judd Ehrlich

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Tribeca Digital Studios, Flatbush Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

2 wins

Scores
# of Votes
407
Average Rating
7 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA