Stand and Deliver poster

Stand and Deliver (1988)

"At a tough school, someone had to take a stand...and someone did. Together, one teacher and one class proved to America they could..."

7.619881h 43mEN
Drama

Directed by Ramón Menéndez

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 43m

Language

EN

Release

March 11, 1988

Director

Ramón Menéndez

Official Trailer

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Overview

Jaime Escalante is a mathematics teacher in a school in a hispanic neighbourhood. Convinced that his students have potential, he adopts unconventional teaching methods to try and turn gang members and no-hopers into some of the country's top algebra and calculus students.

Cast

Edward James Olmos

Edward James Olmos

Jaime A. Escalante

Lou Diamond Phillips

Lou Diamond Phillips

Angel Guzman

Rosanna DeSoto

Rosanna DeSoto

Fabiola Escalante

Andy Garcia

Andy Garcia

Dr. Ramirez

Estelle Harris

Estelle Harris

Secretary

Mark Phelan

Mark Phelan

Cop

Virginia Paris

Virginia Paris

Raquel Ortega

Eliot

Eliot

Tito (as Mark Eliot)

Adelaida Alvarez

Adelaida Alvarez

Sexy Girl

Carmen Argenziano

Carmen Argenziano

Molina

Bodie Olmos

Bodie Olmos

Fernando Escalante

Vanessa Marquez

Vanessa Marquez

Ana Delgado

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Stand and Deliver (1988), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Jaime Escalante is a mathematics teacher in a school in a hispanic neighbourhood. Convinced that his students have potential, he adopts unconventional teaching methods to try and turn gang members and no-hopers into some of the country's top algebra and calculus students.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Stand and Deliver. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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