Lean On Me
- Drama
When principal Joe Clark takes over decaying Eastside High School, he's faced with students wearing gang colors and graffiti-covered walls. Determined to do anything he must to turn the school around, he expels suspected drug dealers, padlocks doors and demands effort and results from students, staff and parents. Autocratic to a fault, this real-life educator put it all on the line.
Lean On Me is a 1989 drama film based on the true story of Principal Joe Clark, an autocratic educator who transforms a decaying inner-city high school through controversial methods. Released March 3, 1989, the film follows Clark's no-nonsense approach to tackling gang violence, drug dealing, and academic failure at Eastside High School. It's a powerful examination of what one determined leader will risk to turn around a failing institution.
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Morgan FreemanPrincipal Joe Clark
Beverly ToddMs. Levias
Robert GuillaumeDr. Frank Napier
Ethan PhillipsMr. Rosenberg
Lynne ThigpenLeonna Barrett
Michael BeachMr. Darnell
Tony ToddMr. William Wright
Karen Malina WhiteKaneesha Carter
Alan NorthMayor Don Bottman
Robin BartlettMrs. Elliott
Sandra Reaves-PhillipsMrs. Powers
Sloane SheltonMrs. Hamilton
Jermaine HopkinsThomas Sams
Karina ArroyaveMaria
Ivonne CollMrs. Santos
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When was Lean On Me released?
Lean On Me was released on March 3, 1989.
Is Lean On Me based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on the real-life educator Joe Clark, who became known for his strict, autocratic methods at Eastside High School in Paterson, New Jersey.
What is Lean On Me about?
The film follows Principal Joe Clark as he takes over a deteriorating high school plagued by gang colors, graffiti, and drug dealing, using controversial tactics like expulsions and door locks to demand change from students, staff, and parents.
Where can I watch Lean On Me?
As a 1989 theatrical release, Lean On Me is available on various streaming platforms and digital retailers; check your preferred service for current availability.
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