All DVD's are sold new/sealed in their original packaging. During the late 1960s, a novice schoolteacher comes to a small island off the coast of South Carolina with the hope of bringing literacy and self-respect to the undereducated, African-American children living there. Mrs. Brown, the school's principal and only other teacher, instructs him to be stern and tough to keep his pupils under control. With unflagging determination and an unconventional style, the new teacher strives instead to inspire the children and involve the whole community in their education. Stars: Alfre Woodard and Jeff Hephner Features: "Making of" featurette; full-screen version; closed captioned DVD also includes behind-the-scenes interview, biographies, credits and production story. Running Time: Approx. 110 minutes Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
L**E
Great Teaching tool
This movie is a great look into the Gullah people on the island off South Carolina. Middle Schoolers would enjoy this and teachers can make it a great way of opening up many difficult subjects about prejudice, elitism and anti-semitism. It is age appropriate, without content with traumatizing details. Cast is awesome! Humorous and creatively made.
J**C
Very Good
This is a good version of this story. I think the Jon Voight film 'Conrack' gives a little more accurate portrayal of what it was like on the island according to the book. This movie makes the major point though. Mr. Conroy made a difference in the lives of those children and their parents. Inspiring story.
B**E
Five Stars
Excellent product quality as advertised.
K**R
Great DVD
Watched it with mu husband and we both were captivated bu the characters and how they worked to overcome what seemed impossible.
L**N
Close To The Book
Hard to squeeze a whole book into a movie but they did a pretty good job of it.
K**L
Very good and clean movie!
Very good story and suitable for all audiences!
L**H
He teaches all the young black kids to read, talk, everything !!!!!!!
Amazing true story about the author pat Conroy . Blows your mind especially when you you visits where he worked on Dufuski island in SC!!!!!
A**R
A very compelling truth, yet beautifully captured!
If you ever wondered about the Gullah Islands, this is a glimpse into the past and present. Ancestral history at its best! Heart warming movie. So pleased I discovered it years before and found it again!
S**N
Very touching!
One of my favourite movies!
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