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Drama - Director: Adrian Shergold - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over more

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Dramatic adaptation of the true story of a head teacher who saved the notorious St. George's School in London from closure.





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Brilliant and True School Drama
A review by veryluckyshorty on Ahead Of The Class DVD
July 16th, 2008


Author's product rating:   Ahead Of The Class DVD - rated by veryluckyshorty

Did you enjoy it? Loved it 
Story Outstanding 
Characters / Performances Outstanding 
Special Effects Standard 
How does it compare to similar films? Outstanding 

Advantages: Walters is Brilliant
Disadvantages: None

Recommend to potential buyers: yes 

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===Plot:===

Based on the true story of Marie Stubbs, played by Julie Walters, who turned St George's around, a notorious London comprehensive that was facing closure. Filmed and originally shown by ITV, it is a gritty and strong depiction of Marie Stubb's book Ahead of the Class.

Phillip Lawerence, Head Teacher of St George's in 1995 when he was murdered outside the school. By 2000 Ofsted had placed the school on special measures. The story that unfolds is based on the book, with only some 'events and characters being added or altered' in this version, as stated at the start.

The story itself begins with chaos at the school; meanwhile Stubb's quietly prepares herself for her new role and faces the press on her decision to do so. At the school a fight breaks out and a boy is severely hurt, with blood everywhere, immediately outlining the difficulties facing Stubb's.

Through a series of new and often simple initiatives within the school she manages to turn the school around. It is an inspiration and I would highly recommend whether you are a teacher, a parent or a teenager. It is a true story of hope.


Special Features:There are no special features on this DVD, but I do not think it really matters in this instance

Certificate: 15 - a shame, but understandable because of the language content. I would personally make your own mind up as I think many under 15 could benefit from this drama.
Others have said

"…unashamedly heart-tugging drama will leave you with a nice warm glow" Radio Times

"Compelling viewing" Finacial Times

"Class of her own" Daily Mirror

"Walter is brilliant" The Guardian 
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