School of Life (2005)
Release Date: Feb 19, 2005 Wide
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A small-town history teacher with a decidedly different approach to public education raises the ire of a stuffy biology teacher who's looking to win the "Teacher of the Year" award in this made-for-television family-oriented comedy starring Ryan Reynolds and David Paymer. Mr. D (Reynolds) doesn't just teach history, he lives it; and his passion for the oft-dreaded subject is infectious. Though the kids and the faculty all love Mr. D, biology teacher Matt Warner (Paymer) views the newly arrived
Feb 19, 2005 Wide
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Cast
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David Paymer
Matt Warner -
Ryan Reynolds
Michael "Mr. D." D'Ange... -
John Astin
Stormin' Norman Warner -
Kate Vernon
Ellie Warner -
Andrew Robb
Dylan Warner -
Leila Johnson
Denise Davies -
Shylo Sharity
Chase Witherspoon -
Chelsea Florko
Heather -
Jillian Marie
Patty -
Alexander Pollock
Clyde -
Chris Gauthier
Coach Vern Cote -
Christopher Attadia
Brad -
Bill Dear
Astronaut -
Keith William Miller
Howard -
Kimberly Paris
Susie
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...substitutes overt instances of sentimentality for anything even resembling authenticity and genuine emotion.
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Director: William Dear
Summary: Stodgy educator Matt Warner (David Paymer) -- who's determined to carry on his late father's legacy of winning the Teacher of the Year award -- suddenly finds himself competing with charismatic new history teacher Michael D'Angelo (Ryan Reynolds) in this made-for-TV family tale. In an effort to smear the affectionately dubbed "Mr. D," Matt tails him and makes a shocking discovery that leads to an uncomfortable self-assessment and an about face.
My Thoughts: "A feel good movie with a great message but with a bitter-sweet ending. Good performances from Ryan and David Paymer. The story is about learning what little time we have on this planet so what we do with it better count. The title of the film is very fitting. It isn't about school or teachers, it's about us. How we treat each other how we see each other. What we can do and what we should do. To make something of our lives and don't waste the time we have been given because our time is limited and unforseen. Not a film for most, but one worth taking a look at with your kids."
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