It's not just one of those movies.

justme0764

I wanted to see this movie because I knew it would most likely be good, because most movies I saw on this subject before were pretty well done. It surprised me, because, in my opinion, it was actually better than the other movies I saw that were similar. The fact that it is a true story was one thing that made it stand out in the beginning. There is also the way The neighborhood, and school is portrayed, because it is very accurate to the time it depicts, showing the war that was going on, and the real struggles that the students had to deal with on a daily basis. The movie was so real, because it was true to the way high school students act, and the problems they faced, not putting a facade over anything to water down the truth, it shows what really happened. The actors in this movie did an amazing job. Hilary Swank led the way with a cast of not as well-known actors, who stood out and graced the big screen with their talents of conveying the truth. They added to the success of the movie, and helped develop the theme of education, and how it can really help people, and that it isn't just some cheesy plot in an inspirational "teacher" movie. It was so real that it stirred up emotions in everyone at the theater I was at, and I am not a person who cries at movies, but this movie made me feel like crying. There are such intense moments, and so many messages, and truths brought out in the movie, that it is really eye opening. It is a reminder that a little effort can make a big change. I would recommend that people go see it, because it is a very well done movie with a brilliant storyline.

score 9/10

justme0764 13 January 2007

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