Lean on Me (1989)
- 7.4
- 1h 48min
- Drama
- 1989-03-03 (USA)
Storyline
An arrogant and unorthodox teacher returns as principal to the idyllic high school from which he had earlier been fired to find it a den of drug abuse, gang violence, and urban despair. Eventually his successful but unorthodox methods lead to a clash with city officials that threatens to undo all his efforts. Based on a true story.
Plot Keywords
african american, based on true story, high school principal, fired from the job, high school, title based on song, rooftop, class differences, teenage pregnancy, drug dealing, urban decay, reference to wolfgang amadeus mozart, reference to batman, inner city, arrest, abuse of power, high school teacher, media coverage
Short Review
Avildsen's enthusiastic direction gives Lean on Me a heartwarming, feel-good tone that is accessible beyond the environs of its subject.
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