Freedom Writers
2007, Drama, 2h 3m
126 Reviews 250,000+ RatingsWhat to know
critics consensus
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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Movie Info
A dedicated teacher (Hilary Swank) in a racially divided Los Angeles school has a class of at-risk teenagers deemed incapable of learning. Instead of giving up, she inspires her students to take an interest in their education and planning their future. She assigns reading material that relates to their lives and encourages them all to keep journals.
Cast & Crew
Hilary Swank
Erin Gruwell
Erin Gruwell
Patrick Dempsey
Scott
Scott
Scott Glenn
Steve
Steve
Imelda Staunton
Margaret Campbell
Margaret Campbell
Deance Wyatt
Jamal
Jamal
Critic Reviews for Freedom Writers
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
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