Raising the Heights (1999)

Synopsis: In New York's Crown Heights, an African-American teenager named Michael wants to succeed, but finds it difficult to resist going down the wrong path. Meanwhile, Judy Burke, a TV reporter, is... In New York's Crown Heights, an African-American teenager named Michael wants to succeed, but finds it difficult to resist going down the wrong path. Meanwhile, Judy Burke, a TV reporter, is willing to deny her own Jewish heritage to achieve success. When drug-related violence erupts in their neighborhood, their feelings of alienation and frustration spur them on to confront their angers and fears. [More]

Starring: Gilbert Brown Jr.

Starring: Gilbert Brown Jr.

Director: Max Gottlieb

Director: Max Gottlieb
Screenwriter: Max Gottlieb
Producer: Max Gottlieb

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