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Raising the Bar: The Alma Richards Story

2025 • 103 min • Drama · History · Family

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Synopsis

In 1908, eighth grader Alma Richards quits school to work as a ranch hand. A chance meeting with a professor motivates him to resume his education, leading him to compete in high jump at the Stockholm Olympics and win a gold medal.

Our family guide

Best from age 8

Movie Knight Score

5 reviews

82 Audience · 5 · 100%

Alma, a ranch hand in the early 1900s, discovers a passion for high jump and chases his Olympic dreams. This historical drama follows his journey from quitting school to winning gold, emphasizing perseverance and the power of mentorship.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Brief moments of competitive pressure

What it models well

Perseverance and hard work
Importance of education
Mentorship and guidance
Achieving dreams

Talk about it after

Overcoming obstacles to pursue a goal
The value of education and learning
Historical context of the early 20th century Olympics

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