The George McKenna Story 1988
What is The George McKenna Story?
The George McKenna Story is a biographical television film that was released in the United5 States. The drama film involves the true story of events at a Los Angeles school.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 1, 1988
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Landsburg Company
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
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The George McKenna Story is a biographical television film that was released in the United5 States. The drama film involves the true story of events at a Los Angeles school. In the film, Washington stars as a school principal in a tough inner city Los Angeles high school who is out to rid the school of drugs, gangs, and low morale among teachers while restoring educational values.
Should you watch it?
“A determined school principal fights to transform a struggling inner-city high school in Los Angeles.”
- Features a compelling performance by Denzel Washington in a leading role.
- Based on the true story of a principal working to restore educational values.
- Explores the complex challenges of managing an inner-city high school environment.
- The film follows a traditional television movie structure that may feel dated to modern viewers.
Watch it if you enjoy biographical dramas centered on educational leadership and social change.
This is a dramatic television film with a serious tone that focuses on the pacing of institutional reform.
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Is The George McKenna Story based on real events?
Yes, the film is a biographical drama based on the true story of principal George McKenna.
Who stars in the film?
The film stars Denzel Washington, Lynn Whitfield, and Akosua Busia.
How long is the film?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and forty minutes.
Where can I watch this film?
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