Compton. A name that strikes fear into the hearts of Angelenos. A city that has been the site of some of the worst riots and gang violence in recent memory. And yet, despite all of this, Compton is also a city that is full of hope and determination.
In the new film Surviving Compton, director and Compton native Compton, F. Gary Gray, gives us an intimate look at what life is really like in one of America’s most notorious cities.
The film follows the true story of three teenage girls who are trying to survive in the midst of the gang violence and poverty that plagues Compton. Despite the odds being stacked against them, they refuse to give up hope.
Surviving Compton is a powerful and moving film that is sure to stay with you long after you’ve seen it. It is currently available for free online.
