Blackboard Jungle

Anne Francis, Basil Ruysdael, Dan Terranova

A new English teacher at a violent, unruly inner-city school is determined to do his job, despite resistance from both students and faculty.

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Unrated, 101 min.

Directed by: Richard Brooks I

Released: March 25, 1955

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DVD Released: May 10, 2005

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  • June 15, 2009
    the great original teacher movie. the writing and acting are above average, but not significantly. I give the story credit for tackling such tough material, especially in 1955, but unfortunately like just about every other teacher movie, actual reality takes a back seat to sent... ...( read more )
  • May 13, 2009
    This movie is well made, and I loved Poitier's performance, but the story itself doesn't interest me. If it interests you, I suggest taking a look.
  • July 7, 2007
    Although it's a bit sensational at times, this movie is a great entry in the "juvenile delinquent" subgenre. Switchblade wielding students smash a teacher's record collection, jump Glenn Ford in an alley, and threaten the welfare of his wife and child! Vic Morrow and Sidney Poi... ...( read more )
  • July 1, 2007
    Before Dangerous Minds there was Blackboard Jungle! I loved this movie! The kids in this movie were just crazy.
  • June 7, 2007
    Rebel with a cause! A keen observation of a generation believed only its own ability in rebellion. But how and for what? Who cares...

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