Review of Educating Rita (1983) by Stacey O — 26 Mar 2014

A wonderful film that still resonates today.

This review of Educating Rita (1983) was written by Stacey O on 26 Mar 2014.

Educating Rita has generally received positive reviews.

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By Will D (958) on 05 Feb 2012

Another Great British Film. HORRIBLE MUSIC…

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By Missy A (14) on 14 May 2011

My favorite film. Inspired me to return to school…

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By Gordon B (705) on 02 Nov 2012

Well-acted, well-written and a well-constructed mixture of comedy and drama, Educating Rita benefits strongly from the performances of Michael…

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By Adrienne L (425) on 25 Apr 2011

I can't stress how much I enjoyed this movie about a simple young woman (Julie Walters) who wants to better her life through education…

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By Michael T (3,420) on 14 Sep 2011

Wonderful work from Mr. Caine and Miss Walters…

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By Maja M (18) on 18 Aug 2011

Delightful and charming! A wonderful character story…

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By Honey B (25) on 21 Aug 2010

I love this movie...it inspired me to return to school…

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By Nigel K (93) on 14 Sep 2015

A nice showcase for the always delightful Michael Caine and Julie Waters but felt too stagey as it is based on a play…

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By Nicky Astragal Uksc S (8) on 30 Apr 2013

Remember having to read this for English GCSEs Exams, remember having to read the book several times and watching the movie, never bloody understood…

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By Panos M (479) on 07 Nov 2013

Everyone can learn something from this movie…

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