The Ideal
It's a high school summer job for Julia and Alexander - the chance to earn money and work with eccentric, charismatic social studies teacher, Mr. Zenidro. But something else awaits them in the empty, yet mysterious school building. As the past and present begin to blur together so do sanity and madness, and Mr. Zenidro draws them into a lesson on history one can't find in books.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2011 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Thriller, Fantasy, Horror |
| Director | Wes Tomasz Ciesla |
| Runtime | 96 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 3.5/10 (11 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Ideal is an acquired taste at 3.5/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
A 2011 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Dennis Brito
Mr. Octavio Zenidro
Kristen Brancaccio
Julia
Thomas Scott Roberts
Mr. Wellington
Robert Sherbine
Mr. Beamy
Kanika Jones
Student
Robert Kopil
Alexander's father
Ivan Perez
Alexander Dessler
John Dean
Herr Stohlenwerk
Teresa Lasser
Mr. Zenidro's girlfriend
Rich W. Rodda
Teacher in the hallway
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