Getting Schooled
Getting Schooled

Getting Schooled

2013Movie157 minEnglish

Sandy is shy and not entirely over finding out that her ex-boyfriend was a cross-dresser. Her neighbors, including "smooth operator" Chris, work together to get Sandy back in the dating game. After many comical and sexual misadventures, it finally becomes obvious that love is closer than she thought!

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: David E. KelleyGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

The series follows Liz, a driven and ambitious woman who aims to become the first female superintendent of the Boston public school system. She navigates the complex and often cutthroat world of educational politics, facing opposition from entrenched interests and bureaucratic hurdles. Liz must balance her professional aspirations with her personal life as she fights for her vision of better schools.

Critical Reception

Getting Schooled garnered a mixed reception. While praised for its sharp writing and strong performances, particularly from Jane Kaczmarek, many critics found the premise familiar and the execution lacking the depth to stand out. It was noted for its potential but ultimately struggled to find a consistent audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intelligent dialogue and capable lead performance.
  • Criticized for treading familiar territory within the 'ambitious professional' genre.
  • Seen as having potential but not fully realized.

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Fun Fact

The pilot episode was filmed in November 2012, but the series was ultimately not picked up by a major network and only the pilot was aired.

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