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This movie was featured on A&E one morning, and I checked out the summary, and when I saw that this movie had Morgan Freeman in it, I couldn't refuse the movie, and I had to watch it.
From the very beginning, to the very end, I was near completely impressed by the way this movie was made. With a spin of "Stand and Deliver", this movie is the perfect film to learn, talk about, and educate yourself on. Films to come in the future, such as "Sunset Park", and "Coach Carter", films that show that "One man can make a difference", this one stands out in my mind. Not only because this was based in the state that I grew up in, but it set a precedented example for all school districts. A story that goes from rags to riches, it gets better with every scene, as the booming (very unusual) voice of Morgan Freeman and the syndicated voices of African American pride simmer through the tale of Eastside High School,(a school thats located in Paterson, NJ) on the verge of being taken control by the state of New Jersey got back on its feet by the strict rules and consequences set up by a zero tolerance Principal, Principal Joe "Crazy Joe" Clark.
Some of the acting, other than Freeman's, really stand out to make the film a spectacular one. Jermaine 'Huggy' Hopkins (Thomas Sams), is excellent as the freshman who changes his ways, and turns to becoming a school favorite and an academic success in the school, as well as the boys who had to memorize the school Alma Mater (That version of the Alma Mater was as sweet as honey).
Just remember next time you watch this, (or if its your first time), to sit up straight. Leaning isn't going to get you anywhere, unless you lean on someone that is willing to get you there.
score 8/10
Filmcritic624 12 December 2005
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