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It takes the bold approach of being earnest, honest and unafraid to be called naive. As a result, it's extremely affecting...
Full reviewBased on the true story of Erin Gruwell (a steely Hilary Swank), a first time teacher in California who inspired her racially divided students to overcome the racism, violence, homelessness and abuse in their lives. It's set shortly after the LA riots.
Interestingly, the story is taken from the actual journals of the students and the actors playing them are largely first time actors.
It takes the bold approach of being earnest, honest and unafraid to be called naive. As a result, it's extremely affecting...
Full reviewIn Freedom Writers Hilary Swank uses neediness to fine effect in a film with a strong emotional tug and smartly laid foundation...
Full reviewThe film is both too short and too long at two hours-plus. Not enough time is spent with the teens and far too much with their teacher...
Full reviewOverall Freedom Writers is a noble effort. At a time when New Year's resolutions to change already are falling by the wayside, you can't help but be moved by a group of young people who followed through on their resolve...
Full reviewFreedom Writers is a cross between Michelle Pfeiffer's Dangerous Minds and the documentary Paper Clips, about an American High School's Holocaust project. Although this feel-good drama sounds like something you've seen before, it's a story worth seeing again...
Full reviewDespite solid work from the engaging cast, there’s nothing new here to distinguish Freedom Writers as anything beyond a C+...
Full reviewFreedom Writers has its inspiring moments - especially given the true story - and some tense, dramatic scenes amid the speedy montages of confusing gang action. Swank's performance helps the medicine go down, too, making this a pleasant watch despite its indulgent length and sketchy characters...
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