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“Ambition earns the room.”
The film reaches for consequence and scale, accepting the risk of seriousness instead of shrinking from it.
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The Ron Clark Story
Drama · 2006
Passionate and innovative teacher Ron Clark leaves his small hometown to teach in one of Harlem's toughest schools. But to break through to the students, he must use unconventional methods, including his ground-breaking classroom rules, to help them reach their potential. Based on a true story.
Movie details
The Ron Clark Story
“No one believed in them. Except him.”
2006 Drama 1h 30m
Critical arithmetic
One number, for now.
Scores change. Arguments endure.
TMDB
7.6 / 10
Community rating
Passionate and innovative teacher Ron Clark leaves his small hometown to teach in one of Harlem's toughest schools. But to break through to the students, he must use unconventional methods, including his ground-breaking classroom rules, to help them reach their potential. Based on a true story.
CriticWise case file
What this film says about your taste.
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The archetype split
Who fights over The Ron Clark Story?
For the defence
The Prestige Tourist
“You like your greatness pre-approved.”
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The Popcorn Loyalist
“Big screen, big feelings, no apologies.”
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Cast & crew
Directed by
Randa Haines
Written by
Max Enscoe · Annie DeYoung
Matthew Perry
Ron Clark
Ernie Hudson
Principal Turner
Melissa De Sousa
Marissa Vega
Hannah Hodson
Shameika Wallace
Brandon Mychal Smith
Tayshawn
Micah Williams
Julio Vasquez
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Bren Eastcott
Badriyah
Court is in session
Put The Ron Clark Story on trial.
Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.
The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist
“Importance has entered the chat.”
The production keeps announcing its significance, as though awards-season posture were proof of insight.