| The Ron Clark Story | 
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (based on 35 reviews)
Sales Rank: 3004
Category: DVD
Actors: Matthew Perry, Judith Buchan, Griffin Cork, Jerry Callaghan, James Dugan (ii)
Director: Randa Haines
Publisher: Echo Bridge Home Entertainment
Studio: Echo Bridge Home Entertainment
Manufacturer: Echo Bridge Home Entertainment
Label: Echo Bridge Home Entertainment
Format: Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc, Widescreen
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 90 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: D47359D
UPC: 096009473594
EAN: 0096009473594
ASIN: B000ION27Q
Release Date: December 5, 2006
Theatrical Release Date: August 13, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description
Seal of Approval - Parents Television Council. Golden Globe Nominated - Best Actor in a TV Movie. Three-time Emmy Award nominee Matthew Perry (TV's Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, Friends) delivers a "...tour-de-force performance" (Boston Herald) as real-life inspiration Ron Clark, a passionate and innovative teacher who leaves his small hometown to teach in one of Harlem's toughest schools. But to break through to his students, Clark must use unconventional methods, including his ground-breaking classroom rules, to drive them toward their greatest potential. DVD Features include: "The Teacher Behind the Story:" Ron Clark, Matthew Perry, cast & crew interviews; "Making the Grade:" Ron wins the Disney American Teacher Award!; "Stepping Out of the Classroom:" Ron and students tour South Africa; "Breaking New Ground:" A ground-breaking new school
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 Ron Clark Story June 18, 2008
Great inspirational true story. A remarkable man who went above and beyond to reach & inspire his students. A must watch for teachers prior to starting the new school year.
The Ron Clark Story April 28, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
When movies tell stories about teachers, why does it always seem the same (with the exception of Half Nelson)? Here's usually how it goes, teacher is assigned to a particularly unruly group of students. It was hell during the first few days. And then there's going to be a turning point where everybody realizes that the teacher cares for them so they start to pay attention. And then boom... everybody's life is change... forever...
As tired as that formula is, I can't help but really like this TV movie. Sometimes being conventional is OK as long as you're doing it right. And I think this movie hits all the right notes. Being based on a true story of a relatively known educator does not hurt either. But I have to give credit to Matthew Perry, who even though will forever be Chandler to me, puts his comedic timing and his surprisingly low key dramatic chops into good use in this movie.
Some aspects of the story sometimes seemed to be too good to be true. And in the tradition of film adaptations, I wonder how much of the movie was altered for dramatic purposes. But that should be the least of your worries, I find this movie hugely entertaining and easy to watch. Definitely not a bad way to spend a few hours on.
 The Ron Clark Story April 14, 2008
This is a must see guys! Great inspiring story about man who cared about kids and made them care about themselves. We need more teachers like Mr. Clark who genuinely love kids and will put them in their places when needed! Mr. Clark taught the kids to believe in themselves and that made all of the difference in the world. Read the books by Ron Clark because they will be useful in the classroom and at home with parents! A+*****
Great Movie... It's a MUST Buy! April 12, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is seriously one of the best movies ever. Matthew Perry plays Ron Clark so well (and did I mention adorably?), and all the main kids in the movie are good actors/actresses. The story may seem a bit cliche, but unlike some other movies with a similiar plot, this one is based on a true story. It's so inspirational and will have you laughing, crying, and even cheering for the characters throughout the entire movie.
The extras are really neat too, and for the price, this movie is a MUST buy.
This may go down as one of my favorite movies... ever.
The Ron Clark Story April 8, 2008
This movie a very life touching movie. It is great to see how one person can change so many lives that most people would give up on.
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