Raise Your Hand
Raise Your Hand: While balancing school, family issues, and their first love, Gia and her best friend Lila attempt to withstand the harsh reality of their neighborhood. In this unvarnished, heartbreaking coming-of-age drama based on actual events, both girls must battle for their futures as tensions with the local police increase and life at home becomes intolerable.
Evan Allen-Gessesse, Jessica Rae, Hanani Taylor, and Jearnest Corchado.
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Raise Your Hand
“Raise Your Hand” is a compelling 2021 drama directed by Jessica Rae that delves into the lives of Gia and her best friend Lila as they navigate a challenging adolescence in a 1990s urban neighborhood.
The film portrays their struggles with generational trauma, poverty, and the pursuit of self-expression, particularly through Gia’s passion for writing.
Acclaimed for its authentic storytelling and powerful performances, especially by Jearnest Corchado as Gia, the movie has garnered several awards, including Best Narrative Feature at the 2021 Toronto International Women’s Film Festival and the American Black Film Festival.
Raise Your Hand” is available for viewing on platforms like Plex and Amazon Video.
