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nathan55
Critic Nathan Rabin
rated 8

...Superman can sometimes feel more like a lecture and an info-dump than a gripping narrative, but to his credit, Guggenheim never lets us forget the high, human stakes involved in saving public schools from themselves.

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"Waiting for 'Superman'" is a powerful and thought-provoking documentary that delves into the challenges and shortcomings of the American public education system. The film follows several families as they navigate the complex and often frustrating process of trying to secure a better future for their children through education. Along the way, it exposes some harsh realities about the systemic failures that plague public schools, from the ease with which teachers can achieve tenure to the inability to fire underperforming educators. The documentary also sheds light on the statistical disparities between different types of schools and neighborhoods, highlighting the stark differences between affluent and poor areas. Ultimately, "Waiting for 'Superman'" offers a message of hope and resilience, suggesting that change is possible, but it requires a collective effort to address the deeply ingrained issues that have long plagued America's education system.

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You can stream Waiting for "Superman" on: Apple TV Store

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