The seniors at Lowell High School, the top public high school in San Francisco, are under immense pressure as they prepare for the college application process. With nearly everyone having an impressive talent and most students being Asian American, the usual ways to stand out can feel ordinary. The film showcases the American college application process, highlighting the intersection of class, race, and educational opportunity as students navigate this pivotal rite of passage.
Try Harder!
At a prestigious public high school, a group of highly talented students engage in a ruthless competition for limited spots in their top-choice colleges, while struggling to cope with the emotional strain of their intense academic endeavors.
