A Touch Of Greatness
Synopsis
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.
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January 1, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Downey Sr.
- Original Score
- Tom O'Horgan, Geraldine Bryant
- Original Title
- A Touch Of Greatness
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- Aubin Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Downey Sr.
Tom O'Horgan, Geraldine Bryant
Albert Cullum
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Downey Sr.
Director
Albert Cullum
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Touch Of Greatness
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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?
The principal cast of A Touch Of Greatness includes Albert Cullum.
When was A Touch Of Greatness released and how long is it?
A Touch Of Greatness was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 26m.
Who composed the musical score for A Touch Of Greatness?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Touch Of Greatness was composed by Tom O'Horgan, Geraldine Bryant.