Gus Van Sant tells the story of a young African American man named Jamal who confronts his talents while living on the streets of the Bronx. He accidentally runs into an old writer named Forrester who discovers his passion for writing. With help from his new mentor Jamal receives a scholarship to a private school.

• Laurence Mark Productions
• Fountainbridge Films
• Sean Connery
• Rob Brown
• F. Murray Abraham
• Anna Paquin
• Damany Mathis
• Busta Rhymes
• April Grace
• Michael Pitt