The Marva Collins Story
Watch TrailerCicely Tyson was Emmy-nominated as Outstanding Actress for her portrait of a Chicago schoolteacher whose remarkable achievements with black children labelled "unteachable" were spotlighted in a 1979 "60 Minutes" segment about how she became disillusioned with the traditional school system and decided to work outside of it, transforming her students into young scholars through her unique teaching style.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1981 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, TV Movie, History |
| Director | Peter Levin |
| Runtime | 100 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.4/10 (6 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Marva Collins Story is a solid entry rated 7.4/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1981. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Cicely Tyson
Marva Collins
Morgan Freeman
Clarence Collins
Rodrick F. Wimberly
Martin Luther Jones (as Roderick Wimberly)
Mashaune Hardy
Cindy Collins
Brett Bouldin
Patrick Collins
Samuel Muhammad Jr.
Eric Collins
Dianne Kirksey
Cynthia Rawls
Steven Williams
McCloud
Frankie Hill
Ida Banbower
Charlie Brown
Chester Boland
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