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The First Year

"5 Teachers. 180 Days. Our Children's Future."

This fascinating documentary chronicles the emotional turmoil of five Los Angeles schoolteachers charged with educating inner-city youth, making it clear that the teachers helping these disadvantaged children are real heroes.

Top Cast

  • Elisabeth Shue

    Elisabeth Shue

    Narrator

Overview

This fascinating documentary chronicles the emotional turmoil of five Los Angeles schoolteachers charged with educating inner-city youth, making it clear that the teachers helping these disadvantaged children are real heroes.

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