The Mary B. Martin School of the Arts, in cooperation with South Arts 2012-13 Southern Circuit of Independent Filmmakers, presents Follow the Leader, a documentary film.

Follow the Leader is a real-life coming-of-age story of three traditional American boys with Presidential dreams. As 16-year-olds, high school Class Presidents Ben, D.J. and Nick are all conservatives who plan to continue leading their peers as President someday. Over three life-changing years, they split into Republican, Democratic and Independent camps as each reconsiders his lofty ambitions. Growing up at a critical moment for America as well, their lives force us all to rethink our assumptions about tomorrow’s leaders, and the impact of 9/11 and President Obama’s election. As shocking as Jesus Camp, as revealing as American Teen, and as funny as Spellbound – Follow the Leader is the true story of what “change” means for three “young leaders” who feel destined to lead the world.

Following a screening of the film, Director/Producer/Camera/Editor Jonathan Levitt and the audience will engage in a discussion about the film. A reception with the filmmaker follows.

The 2012-13 Southern Circuit is a program of South Arts. Southern Circuit screenings are funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and local partner organizations.