Director: James Clavell

Keywords: Drama, Teachers, Mathematics

Name	Occupation	Birth	Death	Known for
Michael Des Barres	Actor	24-Jan-1948		Murdoc on MacGyver
Judy Geeson	Actor	10-Sep-1948		Maggie Conway in Mad About You
Lulu	Singer	3-Nov-1948		British singer of the 1960s and 70s
Sidney Poitier	Actor	20-Feb-1927		In The Heat Of The Night
Patricia Routledge	Actor	17-Feb-1929		Hetty Wainthropp
Eric Stewart	Musician	20-Jan-1945		Former 10cc frontman

REVIEWS

Review by Richard Conner (posted on 21-Aug-2007)

An extraordinary film. One of Sidney Poitier's best. Brings a sultry teen played by Judy Geeson into the public eye, and showcases excellent music, including the show's theme, sung by Lulu, who also acts in the film. Introduced as a new teacher into a rough workingclass English neighborhood, Poitier struggles with students who have little initial interest in learning or deportment, but whom he gradually introduces to manners, goals, and ultimate accomplishments. Ultimately he achieves their respect and he takes pride in their transformation, deciding to stay on for additional terms at the school. The film is well cast and the plot well drawn and believable. It will engross and please most viewers, and will appeal to those of all ages.

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