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Ballou (2008)
Released By: Garden Thieves Pictures   Rating: Not Rated   In Theaters: 6/13/2008
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Studio: Garden Thieves Pictures
Genre: Documentary
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Director: N/A
Language: English
Official Website: N/A
Theatrical Release: 6/13/2008
Home Video Release: 11/18/2008
Cast: Colin Powell, Rev Jesse Jackson, Darrell Watson, Rhia Hardman, Lewis Franklin, Kenneth Horne
Published ID: 601040
UPC: 634479993862,
Plot: Filmmaker Michael Patrei follows the Ballou Marching Band and their leader Darell Watson as they make the journey to the National High Stepping Marching Band competition in Birmingham, IL and learn a thing or two about themselves in the process. Ballou Senior High School is located in South East Washington, D.C. An inner-city school from which only five percent of graduates go on to attend college, Ballou has a secret weapon in the form of bandleader Darrell Watson - a respected educator and highly valued member of the community. Along with his all-volunteer staff, Watson strives to provide his students with opportunities that might otherwise pass them by. In addition to giving them the tools needed to learn, he also teaches them important lessons that will help them succeed in life. Now, as the band makes their way towards the competition in Birmingham, IL, Watson's students discover just how far a little hard work can truly take them. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
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Simply wonderful
Added 9/21/2009
I will start with a disclosure: I'm the film's publicity director. That said, that also means I've viewed the film at least two dozen times, and watched it grow from scattered 4-5 minute clips pulled from over 300 hours of footage into 80 minutes of good, wholesome entertainment. The film has a positive message for kids of all ages and backgrounds, and Mr. Watson and his staff are true everyday heroes to the DC community. I hope you enjoy it!

~ The Ballou film team
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"BALLOU" is a great educational film!
Added 8/30/2008
Ballou

A family friendly inspirational film! Great for use in middle school or High School classrooms to help teach Civil Rights and Education Reform.

A must see for every High School band director and music teacher!

Lesson plans are available for download at balloumovie dot com.

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