Amid the 1970 Columbia University protests, a conflicted freshman is torn between his radicalized girlfriend and his own beliefs as love, politics, and violence collide in a nation on the brink.

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Set in New York during the explosive spring of 1970, Student Uprising follows Lee, a Columbia University freshman caught in the rising tide of anti-war protests.As demonstrations intensify and tensions erupt across campus, Lee finds himself pulled between two worlds: the radical activism of his girlfriend Laura and a more moderate path advocated by his peers. While Laura embraces confrontation and revolutionary change, Lee questions whether violence can truly lead to peace.When Lee is detained and pressured by authorities to inform on fellow students, he becomes increasingly aware of the system’s reach—and the cost of dissent. Meanwhile, protests escalate into chaos, culminating in the shocking Kent State shootings, which ignite nationwide outrage.As grief turns into action, the movement reaches a breaking point. During a violent clash with police, Laura is seriously injured, forcing Lee to confront the consequences of the choices they’ve made.Student Uprising is a coming-of-age political drama about love, identity, and moral courage—set against one of the most turbulent moments in American history.