>> we're being made the scapegoats for much, much larger ills of society. >> reporter: one thing teachers, educators and many americans agree on is that children deserve better in schools. a recent poll shows 77% of americans give public schools a grade of "c" or lower. 58% believe major changes or complete overhaul is needed. >> we have to educate our way to a better economy. >> reporter: the new documentary, "waiting for superman," attempts to underscore some of the struggles facing families. >> i don't care what i have to do. i don't care how many jobs i have to obtain, but she will go to college. >> reporter: it shows how five students and parents from harlem to silicon valley navigate through a lottery system to get out of failing neighborhood schools and into public charter schools. >> let's get started. >> reporter: luck of the draw for many. whether on the big screen or in the classroom will shape the way they learn and dream.
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