A veteran New York City teacher, Trevor Garfield, is brutally attacked by a student, leaving him severely injured and disillusioned. After recovering, he resigns from the force and moves to Los Angeles, seeking a fresh start. However, he soon finds himself in a similar school environment where violence is rampant, and he is targeted by a gang of students, leading to a dangerous confrontation.

One Eight Seven received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the film overly violent, gratuitous, and sensationalized. While Samuel L. Jackson's performance was often praised, the movie's plot and excessive brutality were frequently criticized for lacking nuance and depth. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some viewers finding it a compelling, albeit disturbing, thriller, while others were repelled by its graphic content.

• Praised for Samuel L. Jackson's intense performance.
• Criticized for its excessive violence and gratuitous brutality.
• The film's narrative was often deemed predictable and sensationalized.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a disturbing and intense thriller, with many appreciating Samuel L. Jackson's powerful portrayal of a teacher pushed to his limits. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the movie was overly violent and graphic, with some finding the plot to be too simplistic or unbelievable.

The film's title, 'One Eight Seven,' is a slang term derived from California Penal Code section 187, which refers to murder.