KNIGHTS OF THE SOUTH BRONX - 2005
RATED - TV PG (Family Friendly)
RATINGS - 9 Amazon (4.5/5), 5,077 Netflix (4.1/5), 276 IMDB (6.7/10).
STARRING - Ted Danson and a host of talented students.
THEMES - Relationships, pursuing your dream.
STORY - The film begins with former engineer businessman Richard Mason (Danson) showing up at an inner-city school for what he thought was to be his first day teaching sixth grade. It turns out to be fourth grade and they're not very interested in learning. Based on true events, Mason, a chess master, finds common ground with the students in teaching them the game of chess in a way that challenges and motivates them to want to be the best. Mason, dealing with his own demons at home, finds a new life in the classroom and so do the students. While the plot and ending may be somewhat predictable, the film feels true and realistic. There is always room for one more well done story of someone who thinks outside the box to change their world and those around them for good. May their tribe increase! Very entertaining and family friendly.
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