Half Nelson
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Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey makes a startling discovery of his secret life, causing a tenuous bond between the two that could either end disastrously or provide a catalyst of hope.
Storyline
Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey makes a startling discovery of his secret life, causing a tenuous bond between the two that could either end disastrously or provide a catalyst of hope.
Released
2006
Runtime
1h 47min
Director
Budget
$700,000
Revenue
$4,911,725
Status
Released
Language
English
Production
Hunting Lane Films, Journeyman Pictures, Original Media, Silverwood Films, Traction Media
Genre