Spare Parts is a 2015 American drama film directed by Sean McNamara and written by Elissa Matsueda and Joshua Davis. The film is based on the true story of a group of undocumented Latino high school students who form a robotics team and compete against the top schools in the nation. The film follows the team as they overcome numerous obstacles and challenges on their way to victory, including financial struggles, language barriers, and discrimination.
At the heart of the film is a group of four friends: Oscar, Cristian, Lorenzo, and Luis. These four young men are all undocumented immigrants who attend Carl Hayden High School in Phoenix, Arizona. Despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles in their daily lives, they are determined to succeed and make a better future for themselves.
One day, their physics teacher, Fredi Cameron, introduces them to the FIRST Robotics Competition, a national robotics competition for high school students. Intrigued by the opportunity to build and compete with robots, the four friends decide to form a team and participate in the competition. However, they quickly realize that they face many obstacles, including a lack of resources and funding, as well as language barriers and discrimination.
Despite these challenges, the team is undaunted and determined to succeed. They work tirelessly to build and improve their robot, using spare parts and recycled materials whenever possible. With the help of their teacher and mentor, they eventually build a robot that is able to compete with the top schools in the nation.
Throughout the film, the team faces numerous challenges and setbacks, including financial struggles, language barriers, and discrimination. However, they never give up and continue to work hard and persevere. In the end, their hard work and determination pay off, and they win the national robotics competition.
Spare Parts is a heartwarming and inspiring film that showcases the power of teamwork, determination, and perseverance. It is a testament to the fact that anyone, no matter their background or circumstances, can achieve greatness with hard work and determination.