To Sir, with Love
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To Sir, With Love is a 1967 British drama film starring Sidney Poitier that deals with social and racial issues in an inner city school. James Clavell both directed and wrote the film's screenplay, based on the semi-autobiographical novel of the same name by E. R. Braithwaite. The film's title song "To Sir With Love" was sung by Lulu. A television movie sequel, To Sir, with Love II, was released in 1996.
At the dance, all has clearly worked out well. Weston admits that Thackeray is really quite a gifted teacher and should reconsider leaving. The Deputy Head concurs, suggesting that he should go to another school, if nothing else. Barbara Pegg (Lulu) announces a "ladies' choice" dance and Pamela singles out Thackeray as her partner. Denham announces that the class has 'something special' for Thackeray and Miss Wong presents him with a pewter mug while Lulu sings the movie theme. Thackeray is too moved for words and retires to his classroom.
Two young students storm into the classroom, mocking his gift and joking that they'll be in his class next year. When they leave, Thackeray rises, ponders his situation, then retrieves the job offer from his pocket. Here the movie veers from the ending in the book, where Thackeray accepts the job and leaves. In the movie, for a happier ending, he tears the offer up and throws it in the wastebasket.
Wow, Lulu looks great at the age of 62. Thanks for sharing it.
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Heart of a Teacher (Excerpt) Author: Paula Fox
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