Radical

Based on an incredible true story, this Mexican drama has been winning hearts and minds worldwide since its debut at the Sundance Film Festival. Set in 2011 during a flashpoint in Mexico’s drug wars, we meet teacher Sergio (Eugenio Derbez) as he takes on the mantle of one of the country’s worst schools, its pupils left on the scrap heap. His radical teaching approach avoids forcing education on children, seeking their natural excitement in learning and earning the attention of students, but the criticism of the authorities.

Although tales of inspiring teachers are familiar in the cinema, this is an original, well-observed and authentic take that shows the power of hope in difficult times.