Blackboard Jungle
1955 · 1h 41m · Crime, Drama · United States of America · Rated 6 (NL)
They turned a school into a jungle!
Richard Dadier is a teacher at North Manual High School, an inner-city school where many of the pupils frequently engage in anti-social behavior. Dadier makes various attempts to engage the students' interest in education, challenging both the school staff and the pupils. He is subjected to violence as well as duplicitous schemes.
Written & directed by
Richard BrooksBased on the novel by
Evan Hunter6.6Smart score
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juvenile delinquentteaching
Rating6 (NL)
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