We Are Superman

Kansas City has suffered from hypersegregation for over 60 years We Are Superman chronicles the story of Troost Avenue which lies in the heart of KC Troost draws a geographic line between black and white rich and poor A growing movement unites to transform Troost from a dividing line into a gathering place On the corner of 31st St and Troost Ave a community of people are battling against prejudicial legislation exploitative corporations and a stereotype that has stigmatized the urban core since the industrial revolution This is the story their work their vision and how they are no longer waiting on a Superman to come save them