Pay It Forward

Trevor McKinney, a 12-year-old boy, lived with a deep belief in the inherent goodness of human nature. Like many other children his age, he dreamed of a better world, filled with compassion and solidarity. However, unlike most of his peers, Trevor didn’t just settle for the idea of a better world; he actively set out to change it. His approach was unique and deeply inspiring: instead of waiting for others to take the initiative, he decided to be the driving force of change himself.

Trevor's story is one of hope and action. Instead of focusing on the world's problems, the boy directed his efforts toward a simple yet powerful philosophy: “Do a favor for someone, and that person will do the same for others.” This principle of reciprocal action formed the foundation of his ambitious plan to transform society. Trevor decided that, rather than asking for help for himself, he would be the one to help others.

Through a series of small but meaningful gestures, Trevor managed to start a circle of kindness that expanded in an astonishing way. His action was simple but powerful: helping three people solve important problems in their lives, then asking them to do the same for others. In this way, he began to create a chain of kindness and empathy, a movement that, organically, touched many people's lives.

What started as a child's idea became a phenomenon that defied everyone's expectations. Trevor not only changed his world, but also demonstrated that, with determination and kindness, even the youngest can make a profound difference.

Director: David H. Venghaus Jr., Julie Pitkanen, Mimi Leder, Paul Prenderville, Steve Danton

Genre: Drama

Cast: Alexandra Kotcheff, Andrew Patrick Flood, Angie Dickinson, Bernard White, Billie Perkins, Bob McCracken, Bradley White, Brenae Suzanne Davey, Carrick O'Quinn, Carrie Sullivan, Christi Colombo, Colleen Flynn