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Front of the Class(2008)
Status: Released
Date: 2008-12-07
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282 Votes
Time: 1h 35m
24 schools turned him down, 1 gave him a chance… The unforgettable story of a teacher determined to make a difference.
Overview:
A boy with Tourette's syndrome overcomes criticism and discrimination to achieve his dream of becoming a teacher.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
ProductionCompanies: 
McGee Street Productions
Movie: Front of the Class
Top 10 Billed Cast
James Wolk
Brad Cohen
Treat Williams
Norman Cohen
Dominic Scott Kay
Young Brad Cohen
Sarah Drew
Nancy Lazarus
Kathleen York
Diane
Joe Chrest
Jim Ovbey
Patricia Heaton
Ellen Cohen
Johnny Pacar
Jeff
Charles Henry Wyson
Young Jeff
Charlie Finn
Ron
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