The bad news: summer is winding down, and so is the summer blockbuster lineup. But here's the good (no, make that great) news: on September 24th a new movie is coming to select theaters across the country that's even more engrossing than hits like Inception and Toy Story 3. 

Waiting For Superman is a compelling new documentary by award-winning director Davis Guggenheim that chronicles America's broken education system and its devastating impact on our children. We could try to give a synopsis, but the trailer does a much better job at showing what the film is all about: 

Like the trailer? You'll love the movie. So pledge now to see it. The more people who pledge, the better. 

After you pledge, make sure to check our Waiting For Superman page for details on locations and showtimes in Connecticut. We'll be updating it as soon as we get more information. 

Still unsure? Read New York Times columnist Tom Friedman's take on the film, or see below for rave reviews by ConnCAN staff: 

"Waiting for Superman does an incredible job of telling the story of the failures and potential of America's public schools by connecting the dots among policy, schools, and everyone in between. Watch this movie and be inspired to take action!"

--Jessica Bloom, Communications and Civic Engagement Manager

"A tear-jerking look at the challenges faced by many families in securing a great education for their children. Waiting for Superman gives the viewer a profound sense of urgency for comprehensive education reform in the United States. It will change the way you think about public education!"

--Sarah Ganley, Executive Assistant to the CEO and COO

"The makers of An Inconvenient Truth scored again with their new film, Waiting for Superman. They do a creative, emotional and honest job of taking a complicated issue and humanizing it, making it easy for the general public to relate to and understand. The five children who are profiled in the film are both representational and personal. Their stories are beautifully developed over the course of the film. By the end, I was sold 100% on the idea that education reform is the most pressing social, economic and human issue of our generation."

--Rebecca Greenberg-Ellis, Development Manager

"This movie is nothing short of haunting. It captures the fundamental problems with American education and weaves them into the heart-wrenching narrative of five kids who just want their chance at success. For those new to the issue and seasoned ed reformers alike, Waiting for Superman is a powerful illustration of why we can't afford to wait for 'Superman' to come and fix our public schools. I can't recommend it enough."

--Clairelise Rodriguez, Online Communications Associate

"Waiting for Superman put a human face on the often hard-to-grasp concept of education inequality. It’s easy to dismiss facts and figures, but when you see actual students being affected by a crumbling system it becomes real and urgent. This film was inspirational, but also made me that much more resolved to work towards solving our state’s education problems."

--Jessica Stram, Government Affairs Manager