“Won’t Back Down” Might Make Debate
Reviews of the new release “Won’t Back Down” vary widely and tend to conform with pre-existing views on education reform issues.
Viola Davis and Maggie GyllenhaalCritics like The Nation’s Dana Goldstein describe it as a mean-spirited caricature of classroom teachers funded by a conservative millionaire who wants to destroy public schools — a 2012 version of ”Waiting For Superman.”
Supporters describe it as a heartwarming depiction of parents and teachers getting together to say, “We can do
Viola Davis and Maggie GyllenhaalSupporters describe it as a heartwarming depiction of parents and teachers getting together to say, “We can do
