A Touch Of Greatness (2004)

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In an era when Dick, Jane, and discipline ruled America's schools, Albert Cullum allowed Shakespeare, Sophocles, and Shaw to reign in his fifth grade public school classroom. Through the use of poetry, drama and imaginative play, Cullum championed an unorthodox educational philosophy that spoke directly to his students' needs. Many of Cullum's projects were recorded on film by then novice filmmaker Robert Downey, Sr. Weaving stunning black and white footage and rare archival television broadcasts together with interviews of Cullum and his former students, this is a portrait of a maverick teacher who transformed a generation of young people by enabling them to discover their own inner greatness.

Director: Robert Downey Sr.
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 26 min
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Cast

Music: Tom O'Horgan, Geraldine Bryant
Production: Aubin Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Robert Downey Sr.
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Touch Of Greatness about?
In an era when Dick, Jane, and discipline ruled America's schools, Albert Cullum allowed Shakespeare, Sophocles, and Shaw to reign in his fifth grade public school classroom. Through the use of poetry, drama and imaginative play, Cullum championed an unorthodox educational philosophy that spoke directly to his students' needs. Many of Cullum's projects were recorded on film by then novice filmmaker Robert Downey, Sr. Weaving stunning black and white footage and rare archival television broadcasts together with interviews of Cullum and his former students, this is a portrait of a maverick teacher who transformed a generation of young people by enabling them to discover their own inner greatness.
Who directed A Touch Of Greatness?
A Touch Of Greatness was directed by Robert Downey Sr..
Who stars in A Touch Of Greatness?
A Touch Of Greatness stars Albert Cullum.
How long is A Touch Of Greatness?
A Touch Of Greatness has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
What genre is A Touch Of Greatness?
A Touch Of Greatness is a Documentary film.
Where was A Touch Of Greatness produced?
A Touch Of Greatness was produced in United States of America.