Thunder: Road(2018)

is a raw, tragicomic explosion of grief that centers on Jim Arnaud, a Texas police officer undergoing a spectacular emotional collapse. Written, directed by, and starring Jim Cummings , the film expanded from his 2016 Sundance-winning short of the same name. A Breakdown in One Take

At its core, the movie explores the "crush of the spirit" and the inability of a certain type of modern American man to process trauma. Thunder Road (2018) Thunder Road(2018)

The film famously opens with a nearly 12-minute unbroken shot of Jim delivering a eulogy for his mother. It is a masterclass in "cringe" comedy and heartbreaking vulnerability as he struggles to operate a CD player to play her favorite Bruce Springsteen song, eventually descending into a frantic, interpretive dance that leaves the mourners—and the audience—unsure whether to laugh or cry. Themes of Masked Masculinity is a raw, tragicomic explosion of grief that

Educators Praise Let Grow

Schools are Recognizing the power of independence.

We prioritize free play because, ‘Play is the work of childhood.’ The Play Club is integral to our curriculum, promoting creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, cooperation, social-emotional and motor skills.

Kevin Smith, Superintendent, Connecticut

Many kids don’t get the social interaction they need to develop into empowered adults. Play Club is an intentional way for us to provide that for our students.

Elementary School Teacher, Central, South Carolina

Let Grow is a perfect fit for all children, allowing every child and every family in our community to grow and develop into the very best version of themselves.

Review From Dr. Aurelia Henriquez, Superintendent

Dr. Aurelia Henriquez, Superintendent, New York

After my students participated in Let Grow’s initiatives, I saw a dramatic increase in their confidence level — and a dramatic decrease in their anxiety.

Review From Jodi Maurici, Middle School Teacher

Jodi Maurici, Middle School Teacher, Sayville, NY

Play Club: Discovery Ridge Elementary

Students at Discovery Ridge Elementary in O’Fallon, Missouri, were tattling and fighting more than they did before COVID and expecting the adults to soothe them. P.E. Teacher Chris Sevier thought free play might help kids become more mature and self regulating. In Play Club students organize their own fun and solve their own conflicts. An adult is present, but only as a “lifeguard.” Chris started a before-school Let Grow Play Club two mornings a week open to all the kids. He had 72 participate, with the K – 2nd graders one morning and the 3rd – 5th graders another.

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