Q: Passage: Atchison remarked that his theme for the film, deemed an inspirational film, was about overcoming obstacles despite difficult challenges along the way. He also said that he wanted to portray African Americans in a manner that was not stereotypical and tried to show how African American children incorporate some stereotypes. The film alludes to the importance of community as well as to problems black communities face. It also deals with esteem and stigma in school while criticizes the public school system. Cast members said that although the film was aimed at children, they considered it had important lessons for the parents as well.

Question: Based on this passage, theme of the movie akeelah and the bee? Let's give stream of consciousness first:
To answer the above question, the relevant sentence is: Atchison remarked that his theme for the film, deemed an inspirational film, was about overcoming obstacles despite difficult challenges along the way. Therefore, the final answer is overcoming obstacles despite difficult challenges along the way.