# The Ron Clark Story (2006)

> A determined teacher leaves suburban comfort for Harlem, taking on a struggling class and the system that has already decided it will fail.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/15129

## Facts

- Runtime: 90 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Randa Haines
- Cast: Matthew Perry, Ernie Hudson, Melissa De Sousa, Hannah Hodson, Brandon Mychal Smith, Micah Williams, Bren Eastcott, Isabelle Deluce
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0473389/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: inspirational, gentle, optimistic, family viewing, educator appreciation

## Synopsis

A passionate teacher takes on the challenge of inspiring a class of troubled students in New York City.

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