A technically rough but inspiring documentary, Andrea Kalin's The Pact tells the story of three African-American friends who grew up on the mean streets of Newark, NJ and made a pledge to avoid the seductions of gang life, graduate from high school, and go on to college and medical school. Despite setbacks, the trio—Sampson Davis, Rameck Hunt, and George Jenkins—kept their word and the two physicians and dentist have not only written a book (also called The Pact) about their success but are also encouraging inner-city kids to follow in their footsteps via appearances at schools and community centers and on radio and television programs. Blending reminiscences from the men (as well as their family and friends), footage of the trio working in their professional capacities, and scenes of children and parents affected by their message, The Pact is both a tribute to hard-earned personal victory and a shining example for youngsters from similar backgrounds. A warm, uplifting documentary, The Pact is recommended. Aud: H, C, P. (F. Swietek)
The Pact
(2006) 85 min. DVD: $79.99. Spark Media (avail. from Thomas Klise/Crimson Multimedia). PPR. Color cover. Volume 21, Issue 6
The Pact
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