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201594 minPGdocumentary

All Rise

201594 minPGdocumentary

Seven international law students from Jamaica, India, Palestine, Russia, Israel, Uganda, and Singapore compete in a prestigious simulated court competition.

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Jeffrey Saunders,

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Seven international law students from Jamaica, India, Palestine, Russia, Israel, Uganda, and Singapore compete in a prestigious simulated court competition.

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Jeffrey Saundersdirector

Jay Shapirodirector

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Seven international law students gather to compete in the Jessup, a prestigious simulated court competition modeled after the United Nations' International Court of Justice. Representing Jamaica, India, Palestine, Russia, Israel, Uganda, and Singapore, they face rigorous challenges as they prepare for the world championships. Each student confronts personal obstacles while striving to apply their idealism in a high-stakes environment. The film captures their dedication and the intense atmosphere of the competition.

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