Novelist James Clavell wrote, produced and directed this 1967 British film (based on the novel by E. R. Braithwaite) about a rookie teacher who throws out stock lesson plans and really takes command of his unruly, adolescent students in a London school. Sidney Poitier is very good as a man struggling with the extent of his commitment to the job, and even more as a teacher whose commitment is to proffering life lessons instead of just academic ones. The spirit of this movie can also be found in more recent films such as Dangerous Minds and Mr. Holland's Opus, but none... are as moving as this. Besides, the others don't have a title song performed by Lulu, who also stars. --Tom Keogh [show more]
This film was made in 1967,and is still fresh and energetic.
It also contains one of Sidney Poitier's most underrated performances.
Based on a true story,Poitier plays a teacher who wins the hearts of unruly school kids by being honest with them.(Ironic as Poitier played a troublesome school kid earlier in his career in Blackboard Jungle.)
It also boasts a chart topping hit by Lulu who also stars.
I recommend this film for all 60's enthusiasts.
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