School Ties (1992) 6.9
Set in the 1950s, a star-quarterback is given an opportunity to attend an elite preparatory school but must conceal the fact that he is Jewish. Director:Robert Mandel |
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School Ties (1992) 6.9
Set in the 1950s, a star-quarterback is given an opportunity to attend an elite preparatory school but must conceal the fact that he is Jewish. Director:Robert Mandel |
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Brendan Fraser | ... | ||
Matt Damon | ... | ||
Chris O'Donnell | ... | ||
Randall Batinkoff | ... | ||
Andrew Lowery | ... |
'Mack' McGivern
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Cole Hauser | ... |
Jack Connors
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Ben Affleck | ... | ||
Anthony Rapp | ... |
Richard 'McGoo' Collins
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Amy Locane | ... |
Sally Wheeler
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Peter Donat | ... |
Headmaster Dr. Bartram
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Zeljko Ivanek | ... |
Mr. Cleary
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Kevin Tighe | ... |
Coach McDevitt
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Michael Higgins | ... |
Mr. Gierasch
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Ed Lauter | ... |
Alan Greene
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Peter McRobbie | ... |
Chaplain
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David Green is brought into a prestigious 1950s school to help their football team to beat the school's old rivals. David, however, is from a working class background, so he isn't really "one of them", but he's very successful at making friends. David is a Jew, and has to keep this a secret from his friends for fear of being rejected. Written by Rob Hartill
A brilliant 'coming-of-age' style film, in the tradition of "Dead Poet's Society". Starring a bevy of familiar faces during their up-and-coming phase: Matt Damon, Brendan Fraser, Chris O'Donnell, Cole Hauser and Amy Locane, this brilliant flick explores the challenges of a young, Jewish hopeful, David Greene (Fraser) who hides his religion from a group of bigots upon entering a prestigious preparatory school. Unaware of his identity, the students welcome him into the fold, until a prejudiced student (Damon) discloses his identity after discovering a romantic friendship developing between his own girlfriend (Amy Locane) and Greene. When one of the students cheats on his final exam - and Greene is accused - the class is requested to deliberate on a verdict, forcing them to choose between their own personal prejudices and the struggle to be impartial. Brilliantly acted and directed. Add this one to your collection!