Song of Parkland (2019)

About Song of Parkland

"Song of Parkland", released in 2019, is a moving and inspirational documentary short that shines the spotlight on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School's drama club, where the students navigate trauma and loss but still decide to celebrate life through a musical that they were working on at the time of the tragic shooting. The film is a testament to the resilience, perseverance, and collective strength of these young individuals as they come together to heal through the power of the arts.

Making / Production

Directed by Amy Schatz, the film manages to capture the resilience and courage of the students and their unwavering determination to continue with their production in the wake of unimaginable tragedy. The film is a co-production of HBO and Scholastic Entertainment.

Actors

• Various Members of the Drama Club: As a documentary, "Song of Parkland" doesn't feature actors in traditional roles. Instead, it showcases the real lives and experiences of the students in Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School's drama club.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Song of Parkland" premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2019 before making its broadcast debut on HBO.
• The film gives a close look not only into the students' journey through grief and healing, but also their incredible strength and resolve to continue with their stage production amidst the trauma.
• The documentary provides a raw and honest portrayal of the aftermath of a school shooting, making it a timely and important film.

Awards

"Song of Parkland" was well-received by critics upon release and has been recognized at several film festivals. However, specific award details are not available.

Quotes

• "If we keep making our voices loud and clear, they cannot be ignored"
• "Our trauma doesn't define us. We're defined by how we deal with our trauma."

Music, Soundtrack

• While the film does not have a traditional soundtrack, it features the songs that the students perform in their theatre production, offering up a unique blend of original compositions that encapsulate their emotions and experiences.