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Underdogs tells the story of the transformation of the Vare Recreation Center, but at its heart, it’s about the incredible gymnasts who embody the spirit of the Vare gymnastics team. The film highlights the journeys of Susu, Cherokee, and Elian
Much like Vare gymnastics, filmmaking is a team sport! This project wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work and dedication of everyone who worked on it. Full crew list below! Production Co: Maestro Filmworks Executive Producers: Conn
Meet our Executive Producer @maestro.kris!  When Kris founded @maestrofilmworks in 2005, it was built on the vision of ‘telling stories that need to be told.’ Nearly twenty years later, this project perfectly reflects that mission.
Meet the director of Underdogs, @mariavattimo! Maria is a Philadelphia-based director and producer with a passion for creating films about social change and women’s stories. When Maria joined the project, she felt that the best way to capture
Meet our Executive Producer @connorbarwin98! Connor enjoyed a 10-year playing career, including four with the @philadelphiaeagles, and he is the founder of the @mtwbfoundation. Originally a native of Detroit, he’s made a home in Philadelphia
The City of Philadelphia’s Rebuild Initiative partnered with the Make the World Better Foundation to bring the reconstruction of the Vare Recreation Center to life. Connor Barwin and his mother, Margaret, founded the Make The World Better Foun
Underdogs made its way onto @6abcactionnews last week! The wonderful @nydiahan gave the filmmakers, coaches and gymnasts behind the film a chance to express what the Vare recreation center means to the community of Grays Ferry. Checkout the segment