Freedom Writers
Jan 05 2007
•2h 3m
•Crime, Drama
A young teacher inspires her class of at-risk students to learn tolerance, apply themselves, and pursue education beyond high school.
Cast
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Hilary Swank
Erin Gruwell
Patrick Dempsey
Scott Casey
Scott Glenn
Steve Gruwell
Imelda Staunton
Margaret Campbell
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