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Freedom Writers (2007)
description written by member Tim:
A young teacher played by Hilary Swank inspires her class of at-risk students to learn discipline, apply themselves, and pursue education beyond high school.
| Release Date: | January 12th, 2007 |
| MPAA Rating: | PG-13 |
| Running Time: | 123 minutes |
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$36,605,602 (US)
$42,827,394 (World) |
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Freedom Writers Movie Review by Matthew  (1/18/2007) |
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There are certain genres of film that should be retired until they come up with a completely original story. Case and point: The "Inspirational Teacher" genre has been around for decades and recently we have seen one or more of these stories every year, most often in January. "Freedom Writers", the new film starring Hilary...
(complete Freedom Writers review by Matthew)
Yes we have been there and done that when it comes to well-intentioned teachers coming to the ghetto and finding the diamonds in the rough, and though this film is heart-warming and genuine in a way the others aren't, it isn't exactly re-inventing the wheel.
At least with 'Dangerous Minds' there was a sweet soundtrack...
(complete Freedom Writers review by Jessica Film Junkie)
| Freedom Writers Movie Review by Chris (12/28/2007) |
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Freedom Writers is not just a movie to me, but an experience. It expresses content that is real to people, the subject of school, being afraid of whats on the other side of your front door, and the feeling of giving up. Throughout, there are moments of extreme inspiration and emotion. Actually, some tear jerking moments...
(complete Freedom Writers review by Chris)
| Freedom Writers Movie Review by Misty (11/19/2007) |
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Erin Gruwell: The evaluation assignment was to grade yourself on the work you're doing. You gave yourself an F. What's that about?
Andre: It's what I feel I deserve, that's all.
Erin Gruwell: Oh really?
[pause]
Erin Gruwell: You know what this is? This is a f*ck You to me and everyone in this class. I don't want...
(complete Freedom Writers review by Misty)
| Freedom Writers Movie Review by Aja (6/3/2007) |
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Everyone who doesn't think this movie is one of the most inspirational movies of all time is appalling to me. This is not only a true story, but it relates to issues that are happening in this country right now. Gang violence, home abuse, racism. The fact that some of you weren't touched by this movie is only because...
(complete Freedom Writers review by Aja)
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