Bad Education 2019
"Some people learn the hard way."
Set in the sun-drenched suburbs of 1980s Long Island, *Bad Education* (2019) follows a seemingly dedicated school superintendent whose meticulously crafted legacy of educational reform begins to unravel when a whistleblower exposes an elaborate embezzlement scheme.
Director: Cory Finley
Cast
Hugh Jackman
Frank Tassone
Allison Janney
Pam Gluckin
Geraldine Viswanathan
Rachel Bhargava
Alex Wolff
Nick Fleischman
Rafael Casal
Kyle Contreras
Stephen Spinella
Thomas 'Tom' Tuggiero
Annaleigh Ashford
Jenny Aquila
Ray Romano
Big Bob Spicer
Hari Dhillon
David Bhargava
Jeremy Shamos
Phil Metzger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bad Education (2019) about?
*Bad Education* (2019) is a dramatic crime thriller set in the 1980s, where a respected school superintendent's reputation is shattered after an embezzlement scandal surfaces. The story explores how his community's trust in him slowly erodes as the truth behind his actions comes to light.
Who directed Bad Education?
*Bad Education* was directed by Cory Finley, known for his sharp, character-driven storytelling in films like *Thoroughbreds*.
Who stars in Bad Education?
The film features Hugh Jackman, Allison Janney, Geraldine Viswanathan, Alex Wolff, and Rafael Casal in pivotal roles that drive the drama forward.
Is Bad Education (2019) worth watching?
With its compelling blend of crime, drama, and historical intrigue, *Bad Education* (2019) offers a gripping narrative and strong performances, especially by Hugh Jackman and Allison Janney. While not a blockbuster, it's a solid choice for fans of character-driven thrillers and period dramas.
How long is Bad Education?
The runtime for *Bad Education* is 109 minutes, or just under two hours.
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About Bad Education (2019) — A gripping drama of embezzlement and deception in 1980s schools
Set in the sun-drenched suburbs of 1980s Long Island, *Bad Education* (2019) follows a seemingly dedicated school superintendent whose meticulously crafted legacy of educational reform begins to unravel when a whistleblower exposes an elaborate embezzlement scheme. Directed by Cory Finley, this gripping drama blends crime and historical tones to explore the deceptive allure of power and the personal cost of deception. With a stellar cast led by Hugh Jackman and Allison Janney, the film crafts an atmosphere of quiet menace beneath the veneer of suburban respectability, where ambition and corruption collide in ways that threaten to destroy lives and reputations alike.
At its core, *Bad Education* is a character-driven thriller that examines how easily trust can be manipulated and how the pursuit of perfection can mask darker truths. Finley crafts a tense, thought-provoking narrative that keeps audiences guessing, while Jackman delivers a layered performance as a man whose charm masks calculated deceit. The film's historical setting grounds the story in a specific era, adding texture to its themes of integrity and consequence.
