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Stop Look Listen Pass
In an official vehicle, driver Bekir, supervisor Selim and Çağrı Bey are the last to be inspected. they go towards the company. Bekir's charger is broken. From the Call without hitting Selim They ask the company they are going to ask for a charger. However, Selim hears this and gets angry with Bekir. He doesn't want to fall into a bribery position. While Selim and Çağrı are at the company, Bekir throws the broken charger in the trash. Selim sees him from the window. After the inspection, Selim and Çağrı return without a charger and say goodbye to Bekir. Bekir waits until they disappear, and after a while he gets out of the car to get the charger he had thrown away.
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Plot Summary
This documentary follows the journey of a group of young men from the inner city of Los Angeles as they navigate the challenging world of high school football. It captures their struggles, their aspirations, and their dreams of achieving athletic scholarships to escape their circumstances. The film highlights the dedication, sacrifice, and resilience required to succeed both on and off the field. Ultimately, it explores the power of sports to offer a pathway to a better future.
Critical Reception
Stop Look Listen Pass was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its authentic portrayal of the lives of its subjects and its exploration of systemic issues within sports and education. Audiences also responded positively to the film's emotional impact and inspirational narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw and honest look at the pressures faced by young athletes.
Applauded for its empathetic storytelling and focus on the characters' resilience.
Noted for its insightful commentary on the intersection of sports, poverty, and opportunity.
Google audience: Google users largely applauded the film for its inspiring stories of perseverance and the realistic depiction of the challenges faced by young men pursuing their dreams through sports. Many found the film to be a moving and thought-provoking watch.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a Peabody Award.
Fun Fact
Director T.J. Martin spent over three years following the subjects of the documentary to gain their trust and capture their stories authentically.
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