Freedom Writers
2007, Drama, 2h 3m
126 Reviews 250,000+ RatingsWhat to know
Freedom Writers is a frank, formulaic entry in the inspirational inner-city teacher genre, with an energetic Hilary Swank leading the appealing cast of unknowns. Read critic reviews
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Erin Gruwell
Scott
Steve
Margaret Campbell
Jamal
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Critic Reviews for Freedom Writers
All Critics (126) | Top Critics (44) | Fresh (88) | Rotten (38)
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You'll be embarrassed, sad, happy then exhausted.
February 27, 2007 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
Has its inspiring moments - especially given the true story - and some tense, dramatic scenes amid the speedy montages of confusing gang action.
February 27, 2007 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
Despite solid work from the engaging cast, there's nothing new here to distinguish Freedom Writers as anything beyond a C+.
February 27, 2007 | Rating: 2/5 | Full Review… -
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February 3, 2007 | Rating: 1/6 | Full Review… -
Engaging but clichd inspirational drama set during the time of the 1992 race riots in Los Angeles. On some level, just about any movie featuring never-say-die teachers is effective.
January 11, 2007 | Rating: B | Full Review… -
Square, sincere, and proud of it.
January 10, 2007 | Rating: B- | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for Freedom Writers
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Apr 06, 2015To a younger audience, the film's detailing of racial tension in Long Beach, USA is really quite hard-hitting, but to a more mature audience, Freedom Writers is a far more watered down account of racism and gang warfare, even sometimes stooping to "Step Up" levels of bittersweetness. I've still given it 3 stars out of 5 because whilst I feel it is inaccurate, the film was thoroughly enjoyable because of its young cast of talented unknowns and an extremely good performance from Hilary Swank with an insightful script to work with.Harry W Super Reviewer
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Mar 08, 2012Yes it's corny, yes it's predictable, and yes these characters are as generic as ever, but that doesn't stop Freedom Writers from being extremely powerful, moving and inspirational. Hilary Swank does a great job in the lead here, but the unknown actors and actresses who play the Freedom Writers are the soul of the film; they are incredible. Apart from being predictable and square, this film had me crying and laughing at the same time, had me snickering and get angry at character that I disliked, and more than once made me want to jump and yell with joy. It's a must see film.Raymond W Super Reviewer
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Feb 26, 2012HOW DO I REECH THEESE KEEDS?Edward S Super Reviewer
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Sep 24, 2011An inspirational films that makes you cry.Sylvester K Super Reviewer
Freedom Writers Quotes
| Eva: | I saw white men come into my home and take my father for no reason except because they feel like it! And because they can. And they can, because they're white. *sniff* So I hate white people on site. |
| Eva: | Paco did it... Paco Killed the guy. |
| Eva: | Paco did it... Paco killed the guy. |
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