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By Michael H (3,299) on 09 Dec 2011

Very good but not great by-the-numbers uplifting story about kids and old people and education being a good thing and how you gotta show some…

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By Katie C (368) on 07 Dec 2011

Formulaic- can I say that about a true story? the portrayal falls short anyway. Could be moving but somehow doesn't deliver. Great setting…

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By Nick U (341) on 25 Nov 2011

Producer Guild Consideration 11/25/11 Outstanding little movie from Nat Geo and BBC…

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By Mark C (1,395) on 14 Nov 2011

THE FIRST GRADER moves you in ways that few movies actually do…

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By Dickie L (127) on 13 Nov 2011

There's no doubt the real life story of the oldest primary school student in the world is inspirational, but whether it's a complex and dynamic…

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By Superwusirsir A (14) on 13 Nov 2011

NEVER GIVE UP. 1. Never give up on anyone. 2. Never give up your own belief…

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By William K (391) on 09 Nov 2011

And when I think I didn't wanted to go to school... this is like a slap in the face…

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By Mak X (2) on 28 Sep 2011

This true story of an 84 year old Kenyan man who, against all opposition, wants to make use of the new law of free education for first graders,…

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By Garry S (41) on 08 Jul 2011

Wonderful. Beautiful. Inspiring. Heartbreaking. Uplifting. GO SEE THIS MOVIE…

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By Thomas S (1,263) on 23 Jun 2011

Highlighting the fight for freedom and the right for free education in Kenya, The First Grader is an interesting, thought-provoking and touching…

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By Raymond W (268) on 21 Jun 2011

From the director of The Other Boleyn Girl comes a completely different story; one about perseverance and fighting for what is right…

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By Domenic D (46) on 09 Jun 2011

Apparently based on actual events, the film draws one's sympathies and admiration. Regrettably, I did not find the presentation believable…

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By Denise P (233) on 01 Jun 2011

This is a wonderful film that everyone should see…

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By Sam F (417) on 20 May 2011

One of the best movies I have seen in years. Heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time…

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By Todd G (322) on 19 May 2011

Amazing, uplifting movie. The producers really knew what they were doing…

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By Gayle R (13) on 16 May 2011

A touching, good-hearted simple tale of a Kenyan elderly man who wishes to take advantage of Kenya's new free education for all, even though…

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By Milt J (1) on 15 May 2011

Just home from a most refreshing presentation of the determination of one young woman to help an 80+ year old Kenyan who wanted to learn how…

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By Kristal C (562) on 04 May 2011

AWESOME MOVIE!!! A MUST SEE!!! SHEDS A POSITIVE LIGHT ON EDUCATION. IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO LEARN…

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By Marcela M (34) on 12 Feb 2011

Very good but not great by-the-numbers uplifting story about kids and old people and education being a good thing and how you gotta show some…

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