Save the Children Ending Explained: A concert film highlighted by performances from Marvin Gaye, Jerry Butler, and Roberta Flack. Directed by Stan Lathan, this 1973 music film stars Roberta Flack (Self), alongside Sammy Davis Jr. as Self, Isaac Hayes as Self, Marvin Gaye as Self. With a 6.5/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of Save the Children?

A concert film highlighted by performances from Marvin Gaye, Jerry Butler, and Roberta Flack.

How Does Roberta Flack (Self)'s Story End?

  • Roberta Flack: Roberta Flack's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Sammy Davis Jr. (Self): Sammy Davis Jr.'s role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Isaac Hayes (Self): Isaac Hayes's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Save the Children Mean?

Save the Children's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Roberta Flack may feel rushed. Stan Lathan's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.