Love Goes Public

This documentary shows the power love holds in the midst of chaos. It is the journey of two schools under the leadership of one remarkable principal. Before Mrs. Sullen arrived each of these schools had fallen apart. Riddled with sex, drugs and fights but the day she walked in all of that changed. This remarkable story is proof that love has the power to truly change lives. I highly recommend this documentary. It is worth every minute.

Absolutely superb film in every way! The inspiring story of Brelinda Sullen is told with mastery, integrity, transparency-it is truly worthy of viewing over and over again. Well done!

You wouldn't think that gangs, drugs, and violence would plague a small rural school in one of the poorest counties in the country, but that is what the schools of Macon County were dealing with when Principal Brelinda Sullen took over. This film inspires the audience and does an excellent job telling her story. She overcame incredible odds to become an All-American basketball player, leading Tuskegee University to win the national title in women's basketball. She then earned two master's degrees at Auburn University, and worked as a teacher, a counselor, and finally, principal in Macon County schools. She leaned heavily on her faith to guide her in her position, influencing her students and eventually changing the culture at both schools. If you're wondering what to watch this weekend - this is it. Flannagan, a first-time filmmaker, has done an excellent job. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll be inspired.

This documentary was so great in communicating just how powerful one's love and faith can be in touching the lives and hearts of so many students. Principal Sullen is a fierce woman who displays the definition of love every single day. Also the timing of the release is impeccable. I would definitely recommend this fantastic film.

Powerful testimony! Lives changed in this document.

What seems to be impossible is actually possible by the power of love and compassion that transcends fear and self-preservation. Leaders become vulnerable and are willing to do all what it takes to save lives. If you're not here for these children, then you do not deserve working here.