With the enhancement of freedoms and democracy, regulations were introduced to protect the so-called weaker strata, minorities etc. Unfortunately, there are several cases where the latter have abused / misused them, making trouble and creating discontent among the others. School is one of those micro-societies where some students go to the limit, but the adults (parents, teachers etc) are those imputed. Detachment gives a realistic overview of those issues, including different types of teachers and their views of life and the arisen situation.
The cast is interesting: apart from Adrien Brody as Henry Barthes (really leading character, there are a few scenes without him), there are several action movie performers (e.g., James Caan, Tim Blake Nelson, Lucy Liu) depicting school personnel with serious issues. In general, all the cast is up to their task, there are no unreal types.
This movie should be watched by teachers, parents, social workers, representatives of various protection organizations... Anyway, it is a strong movie, giving lots of food for thought.
The cast is interesting: apart from Adrien Brody as Henry Barthes (really leading character, there are a few scenes without him), there are several action movie performers (e.g., James Caan, Tim Blake Nelson, Lucy Liu) depicting school personnel with serious issues. In general, all the cast is up to their task, there are no unreal types.
This movie should be watched by teachers, parents, social workers, representatives of various protection organizations... Anyway, it is a strong movie, giving lots of food for thought.