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The true story of Pat Conroy, a handsome, idealistic Caucasian who is an elementary-school instructor for a group of poor Black children in an isolated school.The true story of Pat Conroy, a handsome, idealistic Caucasian who is an elementary-school instructor for a group of poor Black children in an isolated school.The true story of Pat Conroy, a handsome, idealistic Caucasian who is an elementary-school instructor for a group of poor Black children in an isolated school.
- Won 1 BAFTA Award
- 1 win & 3 nominations total
James O'Rear
- Messenger
- (as James O'Reare)
- Director
- Writers
- All cast & crew
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Did you know
- TriviaIn a 2007 interview on the Dennis Miller Radio Show, Jon Voight recalled a reunion that was held 20 years after the movie's release, with all of the available actors and actresses. Of the 21 actors and actresses who portrayed students, three were teachers at the time of the reunion.
- GoofsWhen Pat Conroy goes to a student's home, a pack of dogs rushes out to him and the owner calls them off. As Conroy is leaving, the dogs chase him again, and as he runs down the road at least one of them runs past Conroy, presumably toward the trainer calling them.
- Quotes
Pat Conroy: As for my kids, I don't think I changed the quality of their lives significantly, or altered the fact that they have no share in the country that claimed them - the country that's failed them. All I know is I felt much beauty in my time with them.
- Crazy creditsOpening credits prologue: This is based on a true story. It began in March of 1969.
- ConnectionsFeatures The Black Swan (1942)
- Soundtracks5th Symphony
Written by Ludwig van Beethoven (uncredited)
Performed by New York Philharmonic (as the New York Philharmonic)
with Leonard Bernstein as Conductor
(and used by courtesy of Columbia Records)
Featured review
Never knew I needed this film
This film had me spellbound this evening. Thanks to Fox Movie Classics for showing it uninterrupted. John Voight, this cast of little known black actresses and most of all, the children, made this a worthy way to spend a Sunday evening. How wonderful to see the early work of this seasoned actor, as well as Paul Winfield's excellent portrayal of Mad Billy. I can't see why anyone would say that Hume Cronyn is miscast in the role as superintendent. Who would they have chosen? The shrill character actor, Charles Lane? Although his career is laudable, an actor such as Lane would have cheapened the role. Cronyn was an excellent choice for the part. I will count this film as a true treasure to hold in memory.
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- Abschied von einer Insel
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- Runtime1 hour 46 minutes
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- 2.39 : 1
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