Over eight years, the Rainey family faces challenges in North Philadelphia, including a tragic incident where P.J. is struck by stray gunfire.
“A Portrait of an American Family”
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Over eight years, the Rainey family faces challenges in North Philadelphia, including a tragic incident where P.J. is struck by stray gunfire.
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In a North Philadelphia basement, Quest Rainey runs “Freestyle Fridays,” a music program for local youth. Over eight years, the documentary follows the Rainey family-Quest, his wife Christine’a, their daughter P.J., and Christine’a’s son William-as they face personal and community challenges. The film captures moments of daily life, from family meals to hair-braiding, while addressing significant events like Obama’s re-election and a tragic shooting that impacts P.J. Through it all, the family’s bond remains central to their story.
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Why Watch
- Meet the Rainey family in North Philadelphia.
- Follow P.J.'s journey as a young athlete and musician.
- See how community creativity flourishes in tough times.
Did You Know
- The film covers eight years of the Rainey family's life.
- P.J. is introduced as an eight-year-old aspiring basketball player.
- Quest runs 'Freestyle Fridays' for neighborhood youth in their basement.
- Quest premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2017.
- The film has a 98% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 61 reviews.
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Who directed the documentary Quest?
Quest was directed by Jonathan Olshefski.
What is the approval rating of Quest on Rotten Tomatoes?
Quest has an approval rating of 98% based on 61 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
When did Quest premiere at the Sundance Film Festival?
Quest premiered on January 22, 2017 at the Sundance Film Festival.
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