Review of Blackboard Jungle (1955) by Monsieur R — 13 Oct 2010
Black and white, this film really said the truth about city schools in the 50's and even now.
"The film features smoldering performances by a young Sidney Poitier and Vic Morrow as tough-as-nails rebels fighting over the role of leader in Dadier's classroom. This innovative and ultimately uplifting portrayal of a generation at odds with the world served as a seminal portrait of the darker side of the 1950s" --- RT.
For the reasons above and many more, catch this film. It was way ahead of its time and Glenn Ford was way ahead of his time as well for trying to act the role of a idealistic teacher of smart ass kids.
A forerunner to To Sir With Love, this film paved the way for West Side Story. Hard hitting, gritty drama.
Worth watching more than once.
This review of Blackboard Jungle (1955) was written by Monsieur R on 13 Oct 2010.
Blackboard Jungle has generally received positive reviews.
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