There's a Catch: You Have to Watch Freedom Writers

By Michelle Orange, Reeler reviews editor

Starting tomorrow, teachers from kindergarten to grade 12 will be able to see Freedom Writers, Hilary Swank's inspirational inspiration-fest, inspired by the story of an actual teacher, for free until February 1. If spotty reviews are to be trusted, that seems like something of a mixed blessing, but from what I hear, America's teachers are not really in a position to turn down a free movie, or a free sandwich, for that matter. It is an interesting marketing strategy, for a film that opened well but has flagged substantially in its third week.

How come Half Nelson never thought of this? And what's next? Card-carrying dickweeds can see Breaking and Entering for free?

Posted at January 25, 2007 2:34 PM