FILMWSWhy Shoot the Teacher1977
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Why Shoot the Teacher
Comedy-drama film with a runtime of 96 minutes, released in 1977. Presented in English.
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This film follows the trials of young schoolteacher Max Brown as he travels to Saskatchewan to serve as a teacher in a one-room, small-town schoolhouse. Struggling with the hardships presented by the Depression, the local townsfolk prove to be unfriendly, until Max meets up with housewife Alice Field.
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How long is Why Shoot the Teacher?
Why Shoot the Teacher runs for 1h 36m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under comedy-drama.
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