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20195 minGdoc-short

Detroit King

20195 minGdoc-short

After an 0-2 start, defending state champions Detroit King aim to save their season against a powerful crosstown rival.

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After an 0-2 start, defending state champions Detroit King aim to save their season against a powerful crosstown rival.

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Keenan Wetzeldirector

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On the field of Detroit King High School, the defending state champion football team faces a critical moment. After starting the season with two losses, the King Crusaders prepare to compete against a formidable crosstown rival. The five-minute documentary captures the young athletes grappling with the weight of their legacy and the pressure to perform. As they strive to turn their season around, the film presents a poetic portrayal of their challenges and aspirations.

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