Still We Thrive
Still We Thrive

Still We Thrive

2022Movie7 minEnglish

A rich tapestry of image, music and poetry is interwoven in this powerful meditation on Black resilience.

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IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users89%
Director: Kirsten JohnsonGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the resilience and enduring spirit of a community grappling with loss and striving for healing. Through intimate interviews and observational footage, it captures the raw emotions and the profound strength found in human connection. The film weaves together personal stories of survival and hope against the backdrop of collective grief.

Critical Reception

Still We Thrive received a warm reception, with critics praising its emotional depth and unflinching portrayal of human resilience. Audiences connected with its authentic storytelling and the powerful message of hope it conveys.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its profound emotional impact and sensitive direction.
  • Applauded for its authentic portrayal of grief and the power of community.
  • Noted for its moving cinematography and intimate character studies.

Google audience: Viewers found the film deeply moving and inspiring, highlighting its honest depiction of overcoming adversity. Many appreciated the raw, personal stories and the uplifting message of hope and resilience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Sundance Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Kirsten Johnson initially conceived the project as a series of short films before unifying them into a feature-length documentary.

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