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Radical

2023 [SPANISH]

Action / Drama

51
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Certified Fresh 96% · 74 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 99% · 250 ratings
IMDb Rating 7.8/10 10 6861 6.9K

usa–mexico border teachers and students border town inspirational

Plot summary

In a Mexican border town plagued by neglect, corruption, and violence, a frustrated teacher tries an unorthodox new method to break through his students’ apathy and unlock their curiosity, their potential... and perhaps even their genius.

Director

Christopher Zalla Photo
Christopher Zalla

Top cast

Eugenio Derbez Photo
Eugenio Derbez as Sergio
Gilberto Barraza Photo
Gilberto Barraza as Papa Paloma
Enoc Leaño Photo
Enoc Leaño as Administrador
Daniel Haddad Photo
Daniel Haddad as Chucho
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1.13 GB
1280*536
Spanish 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  es  bg  hr  cz  nl  de  hu  mk  pl  ro  sr  sl  
24 fps
2 hr 5 min
Seeds 7
2.32 GB
1920*804
Spanish 5.1
NR
Subtitles us  es  bg  hr  cz  nl  de  hu  mk  pl  ro  sr  sl  
24 fps
2 hr 5 min
Seeds 11
1.13 GB
1280*536
Spanish 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  es  bg  hr  cz  nl  de  hu  mk  pl  ro  sr  sl  
23.976 fps
2 hr 5 min
Seeds 33
2.09 GB
1920*804
Spanish 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  es  bg  hr  cz  nl  de  hu  mk  pl  ro  sr  sl  
23.976 fps
2 hr 5 min
Seeds 48
1.87 GB
1920*804
Spanish 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  es  bg  hr  cz  nl  de  hu  mk  pl  ro  sr  sl  
23.976 fps
2 hr 5 min
Seeds 32

Movie Reviews

Reviewed by MoalefSajad 7 / 10

Teacher, The Most Difficult Job In The World

"Eugenio Derbez" is really spectacular in the role of the teacher. In my opinion, he is one of the best Mexican actors.This movie tries not to talk too much about the bad atmosphere prevailing in the city and most of the story follows the events inside the school. You will see beautifully how dynamically and intelligently children can think and give deep opinions.The acting of that girl when she quotes Stuart Mill and where she talks about selling boat tickets is highly commendable.Xvarez is a teacher who is always caring and persistent in studying and understanding the subjects of the students, and this is amazing; Because he is trying to establish order in the chaotic world around him.If you are interested in sweet Mexican language, I recommend this movie. Long live teachers and education.
Reviewed by ramfitme 9 / 10

Top notch acting

Top notch acting by pretty much everyone, from the main character (the radical teacher) to the trash picker to the small child who takes care of her sisters/brothers.

Though such inspiring and motivating characters and stories are in many other parts of the world, the story capture and acting make it poignant. Tears kept coming down uncontrollably as I watched the movie.

The director must have shot the movie at a real garbage dump. It was needed to convey the impact.

One important message for many families -- don't beget many children if you cannot afford to raise them. It is totally unfair on the older children like that little girl.

Wonder how that smart girl became so knowledgeable? Pure self-study? Seems handed down from earlier birth!

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