Waiting for "Superman" [videorecording (DVD)] / written by Davis Guggenheim & Billy Kimball ; directed by Davis Guggenheim.

Waiting for "Superman" [videorecording (DVD)] / written by Davis Guggenheim & Billy Kimball ; directed by Davis Guggenheim.

Publication Date
2010-2011

Publication Information
Hollywood, Calif. : Paramount Home Entertainment,

Physical Description
1 videodisc (111 min.)

Subject Term
Education -- United States.
 
Documentary films.
 
Video recordings for the hearing impaired.

Additional Contributors
Strickland, Bill.
 
Canada, Geoffrey.
 
Guggenheim, Davis.
 
Kimball, Billy.

Performer
Bill Strickland ... [et al.]

Summary
Provided is an engaging and inspiring look at public education in the United States. This documentary has helped launch a movement to achieve a real and lasting change through the compelling stories of five unforgettable students such as Emily, a Silicon Valley eighth-grader who is afraid of being labeled as unfit for college, and Francisco, a Bronx first-grader whose mom will do anything to give him a shot at a better life. Included are featurettes, and commentary.

Language
English

ISBN
9781415757222

General Note
DVD.
 
Rated PG.

Language Note
Languages: English or Spanish ; Subtitles: English, French or Spanish.


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