Beyond the Blackboard

A first-time teacher makes a difference in the lives of homeless children

20111h 40m7.5(70 votes)

FamilyDrama

Synopsis

Inspired by a true story, “Beyond the Blackboard” is about a 24-year-old first-time teacher who makes a difference in the lives of the homeless children she teaches in a shelter’s makeshift classroom. Set in 1987 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, this movie tells the story a brand-new teacher and Mom who…

Beyond the Blackboard (2011) is a family and drama film directed by Jeff Bleckner. It stars Emily VanCamp, Steve Talley, and Willow Shields. The film runs for 1 hour 40 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.5 out of 10 from 70 votes.

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Director

Jeff Bleckner

Cast

Emily VanCamp

Stacey Bess

Steve Talley

Greg Bess

Willow Shields

Grace

Timothy Busfield

School district's HR representative

Julio Oscar Mechoso

Johnny Hernandez

Nicki Aycox

Candy

Kiersten Warren

Danny's Mom

Trailer

Is Beyond the Blackboard Worth Watching?

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beyond the Blackboard

Where can I watch Beyond the Blackboard?

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Who stars in Beyond the Blackboard?

Beyond the Blackboard stars Emily VanCamp, Steve Talley, Willow Shields, and Timothy Busfield, and was directed by Jeff Bleckner.

How long is Beyond the Blackboard?

Beyond the Blackboard has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes.

When did Beyond the Blackboard come out?

Beyond the Blackboard was released in 2011.

What genre is Beyond the Blackboard?

Beyond the Blackboard is a family and drama film.

Is Beyond the Blackboard worth watching?

Beyond the Blackboard holds an average audience score of 7.5 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.