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Try Harder!

Dec 03, 2021 | IMDB 8.6

85 min Watch Now

Documentary

In a universe where cool kids are nerds, the orchestra is world class and being Asian American is the norm, seniors at Lowell High School compete for the top prize: admission to the college of their dreams.

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