With the release of “Brave the Dark,” about a teacher taking a special interest in a troubled young man’s life, it brought to mind the other many films about inspiring teachers and the young minds ...

Most schools have one or two problem students. At Stanton Wood, it’s nothing but. Operated by the title character, Steve — into whom lead actor Cillian Murphy channels all sorts of irreconcilable ...

Dedicated teachers are a movie — and Oscar — staple. “Dead Poets Society’s” Robin Williams; “Stand and Deliver’s” Edward James Olmos; “The Miracle Worker's" Anne Bancroft; “Mr. Holland’s Opus’” ...

I think we don't give enough credit to teachers. They are paid like crap and usher us through the difficult years of our lives as we work to discover who we are.

Many renowned Bollywood and Hollywood actors have featured in movies based on the education system or how a teacher can transform the lives of students. These characters have been brilliantly ...

Jeffrey Speicher is a Senior Features Writer and List Writer for Collider. He is a screenwriter for film and television, with a passion for science fiction and psychological drama. He lives in Dallas, ...