Review of To Sir, with Love (1967) by John D — 05 Apr 2008

Brilliant Sidney Poitier film. New teacher turns kids around.

This review of To Sir, with Love (1967) was written by John D on 05 Apr 2008.

To Sir, with Love has generally received positive reviews.

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