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The Whole Gritty City (2013)

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Plot

In the vibrant yet volatile heart of America's most musical city, New Orleans, The Whole Gritty City unfurls an inspiring tale of resilience and rhythm. The film tracks the journey of three school marching bands, rising like phoenixes from the ashes of Hurricane Katrina. As they harmonize their notes, they also navigate the discordant tunes of life in one of the nation's most dangerous cities. The band directors, their mentors and guides, not only teach them the language of music but also the art of survival. As they prepare these young souls to perform in the kaleidoscopic spectacle of the Mardi Gras parades, they also equip them to march through the labyrinth of life, circumventing its lures and dangers. The film encapsulates moments of despair and loss, as well as discovery and triumph, capturing the raw essence of a life lived on the precipice. It illuminates the powerful role of the bands in shaping the lives of these children, who are just one misstep away from the menacing clutches of the streets. The Whole Gritty City is a poignant symphony of culture and courage, revealing the unyielding power and resilience of a community bound by music and shared struggles. It's a film that beats with the heart of New Orleans, echoing the city's gritty realities and melodic hope.

Where to watch The Whole Gritty City?

The Whole Gritty City is a documentary movie.

The Whole Gritty City is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Filmzie, The Roku Channel and Tubi TV and it's also available on realeyz.

It is also possible to buy The Whole Gritty City on Apple TV.