HARD LESSONS * (Television Release USA 1986)

 Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.9|5.0 Starsììì 

Hard Lessons—Denzel Washington’s early work—serves informative and meaningful entertainment. Strong ethical values, willingness to help others, and successful motivation of all those within one's environment becomes the wonderful focus of this entertainment piece. Uplifting. The  overall story tells a good tale as it builds on positive character development through education. 

Film Poster Courtesy of Wikipedia 

Storyline 

A principal walks into a school in need of discipline. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Eric Laneuville for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producer Howard Lipstone for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: George McKenna (Denzel Washington), Bobbie Maxwell (Lynn Whitfield), Mr. Rogers (Earl Billings), Alan Keith (Ray Buktenica), Cynthia Byers (Akosua Busia), and Ben Proctor (Richard Masur), and Brimm Leader (Michael Milburn). 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. The film is a television movie so be aware that it is cut to be televised entertainment fare rather than theatrical release fare. 

* Also Known As: The George McKenna Story

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Ben Meyers