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Based on an autobiographical novel by Francois Begaudeau, a drama that follows the year in the life of a French schoolteacher working at a high-school in a tough neighborhood of Paris. Ethnicities, cultures and attitudes often clash in the classroom. As amusing and inspiring as the teenage students can be, their difficult behavior can still jeopardize any teacher's enthusiasm for the low-paying job. Francois insists on an atmosphere of respect and diligence. Neither stuffy nor severe, his extravagant frankness often takes the students by surprise. But his classroom ethics are put to the test when his students begin to challenge his methods.

Also Known As: Entre les murs

Production Status: Released

Logline: About a young high-school teacher in a rough Parisian neighborhood who does not hesitate to push his students in order to motivate them.

Genres: Art/Foreign, Drama and Adaptation

Running Time: 2 hr. 9 min.

Release Date: January 30th, 2009 (limited)

MPAA Rating: PG-13 for language.

Distributors: Sony Pictures Classics

Production Co.: Haut et Court, France 2 Cinema

Financiers: France 2, Studio Canal, CineCinema, Sofica Soficinema, Centre National de la Cinematographie (CNC), Fonds Images de la Diversite, La Region Ile de France, Cofinova

U.S. Box Office: $3,746,977

Produced in: France