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202122 minPGdocumentary

Young Marvels

202122 minPGdocumentary

Outstanding young talent in the arts faces immense pressure and support from their families as they strive to achieve their dreams before adulthood.

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Channel: Banijay Documentaries

Young Marvels

2021• 22 minPG

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Outstanding young talent in the arts faces immense pressure and support from their families as they strive to achieve their dreams before adulthood.

Synopsis

Young talent in the arts faces both triumphs and challenges in "Young Marvels." Lev receives an unexpected lesson from Dancing With The Stars pro Cheryl Burke, while Charlie prepares for his final Juilliard performance under his father's watchful eye. Duncan reconnects with his sister in Vermont as their family contemplates selling their home to support his aspirations in New York. This documentary highlights the extraordinary achievements of gifted dancers, singers, and musicians, alongside the sacrifices made by their families to nurture their talents.

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