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Front of the Class

  • TV Movie
  • 2008
  • PG
  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
8.1/10
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Front of the Class (2008)
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Despite being challenged by Tourette Syndrome from a young age, Brad Cohen defies all odds to become a gifted teacher.Despite being challenged by Tourette Syndrome from a young age, Brad Cohen defies all odds to become a gifted teacher.Despite being challenged by Tourette Syndrome from a young age, Brad Cohen defies all odds to become a gifted teacher.

  • Director
    • Peter Werner
  • Writers
    • Thomas Rickman
    • Brad Cohen
    • Lisa Wysocky
  • Stars
    • James Wolk
    • Treat Williams
    • Dominic Scott Kay
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.1/10
    10K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Peter Werner
    • Writers
      • Thomas Rickman
      • Brad Cohen
      • Lisa Wysocky
    • Stars
      • James Wolk
      • Treat Williams
      • Dominic Scott Kay
    • 45User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    James Wolk
    James Wolk
    • Brad Cohen
    • (as Jimmy Wolk)
    Treat Williams
    Treat Williams
    • Norman Cohen
    Dominic Scott Kay
    Dominic Scott Kay
    • Young Brad Cohen
    Sarah Drew
    Sarah Drew
    • Nancy Lazarus
    Kathleen York
    Kathleen York
    • Diane
    Joe Chrest
    Joe Chrest
    • Jim Ovbey
    Patricia Heaton
    Patricia Heaton
    • Ellen Cohen
    Johnny Pacar
    Johnny Pacar
    • Jeff
    Charles Henry Wyson
    Charles Henry Wyson
    • Young Jeff
    Charlie Finn
    Charlie Finn
    • Ron
    Dianne Butler
    • Hilarie Straka
    Helen Ingebritsen
    Helen Ingebritsen
    • Susan
    Laura Whyte
    • Brenda
    Mike Pniewski
    Mike Pniewski
    • Principal Myer
    Michael H. Cole
    Michael H. Cole
    • Principal Fowler
    Katherine Shepler
    Katherine Shepler
    • Heather
    Bryce Wilkins
    • Gaylon
    Zack Miller
    • Thomas
    • Director
      • Peter Werner
    • Writers
      • Thomas Rickman
      • Brad Cohen
      • Lisa Wysocky
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    10video_game_lover_122

    with a person with tourettes, this movie moved me.

    one word to describe it. Wow.

    Front of the class is about the true story of a kid with tourettes who's lifelong goal is to become a teacher but has to overcome his obstacles with tourettes. with a dad that never accepted him as a son, kids who don't know anything about the desease and all the things in between but what made this movie great was the determination to not only people with tourettes or a disability but people who dog you by saying your no good for this or you will never amount to anything. the movie has good acting and the determination that goes along with the movie and the cast is top notch. this movie has heart, and with a guy that has tourette syndrome, i could relate and it kept me keeping all hope going and pursue my dreams. defiantly worth a watch if your curious about tourettes, or just a great drama that sucks you in.

    10/10. HIGHLY recommended.
    allanallansantos

    How strong and persistent we are?

    I liked this movie and recommend it cause it shows that no obstacle can stop us to achieve our dreams. For Cohen, the dream is to become a teacher, and for me, it could be any other dream. This story teaches me to persist and never give up. It's a beautiful motivation story and at every step that Cohen walks, in his trials and (a lot of) failures we can reflect and question ourselves: How strong and persistent we are in the pursuits of our goals?
    8tiffanyswift-01525

    I am currently a teacher and this melted my heart.

    It's a simple yet inspiring story,the adversities the protagonist met just like what everyone has to deal with in real life. The disappointment and despair when hunting for a job ,the issues with family, everything is just like going through life. Except that with his disability,he learned to understand more and care more,of course also fight harder for his dreams, really moving and encouraging.
    10rjwilson2-1

    Very well done movie

    I was looking for other movies that Dominic Scott Kay had done and stumbled on this one and I bought it and then I remembered seeing advertisement for its airing, but sadly never watched it.

    This was the best movie I have ever seen and have never heard of Tourett's Syndrome. the acting was superb from everyone even to the little kids. Jimmy was great and really looks like an older Dominic. We loved Dominic in the Santa movies and on NCIS as the boy scout.

    I will only support the Tourette cause, I hope the real Brad Cohen stays happy and is a true role model for anyone with disabilities.

    I hope you will do a follow-up movie. I would like to see more from Jimmy and of course Dominic.
    8arthur_tafero

    Best Handicapped Film Since The Miracle Worker - Front of the Class

    Yes, the film is a bit corny and goody-goody, and yes, it does resemble a Disney production. But in the end, it will make you a better person for having seen and understanding it. Tourette's Syndrome is not a joke as it is portrayed insensitively by South Part and Cartman; it is an incurable, miserable, handicap that requires an extremely resilient personality to withstand. Brad Cohen was that type of person; one who fought "his companion" tooth and nail for his entire young life. If you can't get inspired by this film, then there is probably very little in life that will ever inspire you. Like the films The Miracle Worker and My Left Foot, it is a story about beating overwhelming odds to gain entry into that most common of all societies; the every-day person of the work world. It is amazing what we all take for granted. After seeing this film, you might appreciate what you have in life a little bit more.

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    • Trivia
      The real Brad Cohen appears as an extra in the film during the school orchestra recital as a teacher standing at the back of the hall in a colorful tie.
    • Quotes

      Brad Cohen: I get that look a lot, but I never let it get to me.

    • Connections
      Edited into Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951)
    • Soundtracks
      Baby, Don't Forget My Number
      Performed by Milli Vanilli

      Sung by Sarah Drew and James Wolk

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    • Release date
      • December 7, 2008 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Hallmark Hall of Fame: Front of the Class (#58.1)
    • Filming locations
      • Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
    • Production companies
      • Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions
      • McGee Street Productions
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 35 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1
      • 1.78 : 1 / (letterbox)

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