Beyond the Blackboard
"A first-time teacher makes a difference in the lives of homeless children"
Originally released in 2011. Beyond the Blackboard is a family/drama film. directed by Jeff Bleckner.
Starring Emily VanCamp, Steve Talley, and Willow Shields
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 is given a tougher than expected teaching job and winds up teaching homeless children in a school that is housed in a room and called, literally, The School with No Name. She has some personal prejudicial hurdles to cross before she is able to be a true teacher for these children and of course there are hurdles like the lack of books and supplies.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (65 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Emily VanCamp
as Stacey Bess
Steve Talley
as Greg Bess
Willow Shields
as Grace
Timothy Busfield
as School district's HR representative
Julio Oscar Mechoso
as Johnny Hernandez
Nicki Aycox
as Candy
Kiersten Warren
as Danny's Mom
Treat Williams
as Dr. Warren
Autumn Shields
as Annie
River Shields
as Alex
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beyond the Blackboard about?
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 c...
Who directed Beyond the Blackboard?
Beyond the Blackboard was directed by Jeff Bleckner.
How long is Beyond the Blackboard?
Beyond the Blackboard has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Beyond the Blackboard released?
Beyond the Blackboard was released on April 24, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beyond the Blackboard?
The main cast of Beyond the Blackboard includes Emily VanCamp, Steve Talley, Willow Shields, Timothy Busfield, Julio Oscar Mechoso.