Contest (2013)

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In this small town high school, bullying is prevalent and the main character is hassled throughout his high school career since he spends more time in the kitchen than on the athletic field. With a surprising turn of events, he becomes friends with his biggest tormentor, an amazing athlete, in order to face a competition of their strengths and teamwork. Together, they work to overcome life-changing challenges as partners in a cooking contest in order to win prize money that can save the main character's family pizzeria. With a powerful message and a strong lesson to be learned, this film is one targeted to teens and tweens everywhere with the hopes of making an impact on the fight against bullying. Families should absolutely add this important new movie to their must-see list. With strong lessons and coming-of-age themes, Contest is a powerful depiction of true friendship and change in today's high school culture.