Bad writing and poor direction are the two qualities that stand out in this film. An anachronism that probably wasn't good when it was released, is now much worse with 40 years reflection. What I know is meant to be a positive, uplifting film, turns out to be a reminder that it wasn't very long ago that society's views of women and children with disabilities was abysmal. The misogyny is appalling and the treatment of the children in the film is overly simplistic and degrading. The actions of the school board and the woman who runs the school are overly cruel and harsh. The conflict between the teacher and these foils is poorly developed. It was bad all the way around. Don't waste your time with this one.
