Michael Martin, a 19-year-old boy from Harlem, N.Y., endured a challenging upbringing. At age 17, he was party to a felony. Unable to post bail, he was sent to Rikers Island, one of the country’s most violent prisons, where youth and adults are incarcerated together. After his release, Martin was determined to turn his life around. He joined a support program for formerly incarcerated youth, was hired to paint murals in New York City and began working toward his GED. With guidance from filmmakers Chiemi Karasawa and Hollis Meminger, Martin shines a light on the juvenile justice system, while providing a message of hope and encouragement to others.
Broadcast In: English Duration: 0:26:46