The English Teacher

Synopsis

The English Teacher is a 2013 comedy-drama film starring Julianne Moore as Linda Sinclair, a passionate high school English teacher who rekindles her former student's dreams of being a playwright. Linda's life takes an unexpected turn when she decides to produce his play, leading to a series of humorous and heartwarming events in their small town. As Linda navigates through the challenges of love, friendship, and career aspirations, she learns valuable lessons about the power of literature and the importance of following one's passion. With captivating performances and witty dialogue, The English Teacher is a delightful film that explores the complexities of human relationships and the beauty of artistic pursuit.

Cast

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  Julianne Moore

  Linda Sinclair

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  Michael Angarano

  Jason Sherwood

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  Greg Kinnear

  Dr. Tom Sherwood

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  Lily Collins

  Halle Anderson

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  Fiona Shaw

  Narrator

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  Norbert Leo Butz

  Vice Principal Phil Pelaski

Reviews

The English Teacher has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Julianne Moore's charismatic performance and the film's charming storyline. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 43%, saying that the movie "benefits from Julianne Moore's exceptional work, even if The English Teacher doesn't quite know what to do with it." IMDb users rated it 5.8 out of 10, acknowledging the film's entertaining moments but pointing out its lack of depth. Metacritic gave it a score of 42/100, indicating mixed or average reviews. Some critics appreciated the film's exploration of the complexities of human emotions and relationships, while others felt it fell short in delivering a compelling narrative. Overall, The English Teacher is a heartfelt and entertaining movie that showcases Julianne Moore's talent and the power of storytelling.