"I teach in an inner city elementary school that serves students at the poverty level. I hope that by watching this video, viewers (faculty and students) will see possibilities in our own neighborhood."

   Kelly M. Ward,

   Heritage Elementary School 

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"Like the Three Doctors, we see youths in our library every day that are being raised without the guidance of one or both parents and we sadly watch them fall victim to the streets. As we watched the expressions on the faces of the teens as we discussed the book and watched the movie, we were hopeful that the "gift" from the Three Doctors was received and the young adults realized that they had choices could reclaim a meaningful, successful, and happy life despite the mistakes made in the past."

   Debra Cahill and Virginia Wright,

   Tuscarawas County Public Library 

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"Thank you for the opportunity to view the documentary, The Pact. The Pact movie and book are gripping, courageous, and inspiring. They are a powerful message of hope. Our boys are adjudicated youth from North and Southwest Philadelphia. The boys related to both the book and the movie. I hope you can pass the word along because it really helps today's youth to have a positive message of hope and survival."

   Geraldine Orlando,

   Teacher, De La Salle Vocational School 

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"I showed my students The Pact as a surprise, and I will never forget the expressions on their faces when they saw the three doctors and their families. Their faces showed that they finally realized "this is real." And if the doctors are real to them, so are their accomplishments, their strength and their message of hope. That to me was the film's source of power. It validated the experience because to them, if they read it, it might be true, but if they see it, it MUST be true."

   Tania C. Lopez

   Florida International University

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"We loved it, and the kids really responded in a positive way. Those that are open to change were the ones who were most impressed. I would say it was over 60%, which I find really good because of the length of the film. Remember this is the instant gratification and video game generation whose attention span is lacking."

   Patsy Scates

   Louisiana State Youth Opportunities Unlimited

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"The documentary contained things that teenagers would relate to and it inspires the urban youth to pursue their goals."

   Loren

   Age: 15

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"It showed me that I can come from nothing to something; it was a great influence."

   Lanisha

   Age: 17

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"It's heartwarming...I think of it like "Hoop Dreams," but with a good ending. "Hoop Dreams" was a tragedy, but this is a success story, where you se that the will of the individual really can overcome any odds. It's just three kids saying, "We are going to become black doctors." And they make it!"

   Stacy Spikes

   Urbanworld Film Festival

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"I see The PACT as a love letter to the triumph of human spirit."

   Luis Portillo

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"It has really challenged me to do more to help kids realize that they are limited only by bounds placed on them by themselves."

   Lisa King, MD

   Age: 40

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"It made me want to work even harder towards my goals. It made me realize how much potential I have and how I can also make a difference."

   Erica Austin

   Age: 17

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"This piece was uplifting, motivating, and refreshing. I've heard the Doctors' story before, but I was glad that I had the opportunity to expose my 12-year-old to this story."

   Jarvis Cooper

   Age: 35

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"I feel like if I stick to what I want to do, I can do anything."

   Nathan Williams

   Age: 12

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"The point of the film was to encourage people to dream big and understand that your circumstances don't define what you are capable (of). The film dis inspire me because it shows that people my age do have the willpower to rise above our expectations." 

   Kirena Wormley

   Age: 14

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"Your background does not determine your outcome. Dedication, discipline, and goals in combination with prayer will help you reach your goals. Overall, the film is inspiring. The Three Doctors are positive role models for young people and adults alike."

   Sharon Lane

   Age: 40