Little Brother

In Little Brother, journalist Ben Westhoff shares his profound and intimate relationship with his mentee, Jorell Cleveland, whom he met through the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Their strong bond, developed over years, faces a tragic turn when Jorell is killed in a daylight shooting, which remains unsolved. As Ben navigates his grief and sense of responsibility as a mentor, he delves into the socio-economic challenges that shaped Jorell’s life, revealing a poignant narrative that connects personal history with broader issues of race, inequality, and community violence.