Living for 32

The events occur during the spring semester of 2007 on the Virginia Tech campus in Blacksburg. The day is described as snowy and blustery, framing a tense, real-time sequence of events. The narrative concentrates on a single day and its impact on students, staff, and the university community.

Set in Blacksburg, Virginia, on a snowy, windy April day in 2007, the film unfolds on a university campus. The primary location is Virginia Tech’s Norris Hall, where the classroom-based tragedy takes place. The campus environment—classrooms, corridors, and student life—becomes the backdrop for a day of crisis and aftermath.

🔫 Gun Violence

The film centers on a mass shooting and its devastating consequences, highlighting how quickly violence can disrupt a campus. It examines the immediate harm to students and the long-term impact on survivors and communities. The narrative underscores the urgency of preventing firearms from being accessible in everyday settings.

💪 Resilience

Colin Goddard endures life-changing injuries and a difficult recovery, embodying perseverance through arduous physical therapy. The story follows his determination to rebuild his life and find purpose after trauma. Through his resilience, the film explores personal strength in the face of unimaginable loss.

🗳️ Activism

The character’s later decision to engage with gun-violence prevention groups frames activism as a response to trauma. The narrative portrays how individuals can translate painful experiences into public advocacy and policy discussions. It emphasizes the role of citizen action in shaping national conversations on gun safety.