Thoughts & Prayers

Thoughts & Prayers

5.6IMDb Score
Released:2025-11-12
Duration:88 min
Director:Zackary Canepari, Jessica Dimmock
Actors:
Production:HBO Documentary Films, Tony Tina

Overview:

In a dystopic America, children are taught how to prepare for school shootings through elaborate drills. Yet what are intended as self-defense mechanisms are themselves deeply traumatic for students, parents, educators, and entire communities.

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