Storyline

An award-winning feature-length documentary narrated by Golden Globe nominee Blair Underwood, FIRST GENERATION tells the story of four high school students - an inner city athlete, a small town waitress, a Samoan warrior dancer, and the daughter of migrant field workers - who set out to break the cycle of poverty and bring hope to their families and communities by pursuing a college education. Shot over the course of three years and featuring some of our nation’s top educational experts (Richard Kahlenberg, The Century Foundation; J.B. Schramm, College Summit; Dr. Bill Tierney, University of Southern California), this 95 minute documentary explores the problem of college access faced by first generation and low-income students and how their success has major implications for the future of our nation.

Key Information

Director Adam Fenderson
Language EN

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Cast & Crew

Blair Underwood

Blair Underwood

Narrator (voice)

Frequently Asked Questions

First Generation was released on January 1, 2011.

First Generation is a Documentary movie.

First Generation is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

First Generation was directed by Adam Fenderson.

The main cast of First Generation includes Blair Underwood.

First Generation is originally in English.