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At an exclusive boarding school for adolescent girls, the lives of two very different students intertwine when introverted class monitor Natalie Freeman learns of the more popular Linda Simpson's secret boyfriend.
At a girls' boarding school, the headmistress struggles to maintain discipline among her students. The arrival of a new girl, who is defiant and rebellious, causes further disruption and challenges the school's established order. As tensions rise, the students must confront their own desires and the consequences of their actions.
Girls' School received mixed to positive reviews upon its release. Critics generally praised its dramatic elements and the performances of its young cast, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. It was seen as a decent entry in the 'schoolgirl drama' genre of its time.
Praised for its earnest dramatic performances.
Noted for tackling themes of adolescent rebellion.
Considered a typical, if competently made, melodrama of the era.
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The film was one of several attempts in the late 1930s to capitalize on the popularity of dramas centered around young women and their challenges.
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'Natalie' (Anne Shirley) attends a private school on a sort of grace-and-favour basis as her scholarship is looked down upon by headmistress 'Miss Brewster' (Cecil Cunningham). In order to try and make her life easier, she acts as a monitor...