Based on 284 votes and 121 reviews.
a strong cast. a great story. maggie gyllenhaal reminded me of julia roberts in erin brockovich, a fierce character that "won't back down". viola davis shares the screen with gyllenhaal and provides a great, gut wrenching at times, performance. refreshing to see a film with no nudity or language that can appeal to older audiences as well.
i truly enjoyed this movie and even had a tear in my eye, at one point. i feel this movie hits home to many low/medium-income families to motivate them to go one extra step or to go beyond what the rules tell us. i love that the movie did not seem like a high-budget film. great film!
a very inspiring script but the acting could have been better...
will recommend to others.
it was a great movie, that really stand out. i hope that this movie win some academy award for "best film" and "actors", it a feel good movie that anyone can enjoy.
very good film...
a nice with plot with decent acting... worth the watch!
great cast--great story-- being a school teacher myself --it was up my alley- highly recommended!
my duagher and i both enjoyed this movie. it was a great storyline and a feel good movie. the acting was very well done too.
very inspiring, love maggie gyllenhaal! she really played the part amazingly well!