On March 21, 2025 at 6:30 EST, the Children’s Literacy Project and The Reading League Virginia will proudly present SENTENCED via Zoom viewing link!

SENTENCED is an immersive and vulnerable exploration of the epidemic of childhood illiteracy through a series of braided character driven stories. Filmed from the point of view of ethnically diverse adults and children who have never learned to read, SENTENCED is a forceful yet tender tale of how literacy can free children from the cycles of generational poverty.  Executive produced and narrated by 4x NBA basketball champion Stephen Curry.

By attending this TRL-VA Watch Party  you will get to hear folks from the Children’s Literacy project share intimate stories about the production of the film and learn about additional resources available, including a sneak peek to Moon Shot. Along with a virtual option to attend, in person and hosting opportunities across Virginia will be announced soon!

SENTENCED has been designed to launch 1,000,000 volunteers into early childhood literacy. Filmed from the point of view of ethnically diverse adults and children who have never learned to read, SENTENCED is a forceful yet tender tale of how literacy can free children from the cycles of generational poverty.

From Kari Kurto, TRL’s NSRP Director, a disclaimer that this is not a feel-good film, but a stark commentary on the impacts of poverty on illiteracy. It contains graphic scenes that may have you turn away from the screen, but the stories of these remarkable individuals will have a lasting impact on you.  The trailer can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJHCMhGmjAo