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Mr. Gibb (Tim Daly) really did kidnap Ally Palmer (Hayden Panettiere). Because sometimes, the surprise “spoiler” ending is the only reason you’d pay $11 to see what is otherwise a turkey of a film. Because sometimes, you vaguely remember an old movie that had some sort of plot twist at the end of it, but can’t remember what it was ...
2/10. Absurd. Maybe the idea was good, but the result is just plain stupid. Unlikable characters, bad acting, poor direction, slow development and an end that's supposed to be a surprise, but it's just another blunder. I was angry after losing my time watching this crap.
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- Comedy, Mystery
- David Ostry
- 2006-01
The Good Student is a neat little character study in quiet desperation that is ill served by an illogical and unnecessary twist ending. It's enjoyable and effective enough that you won't mind the poor finish, though, and the twist happens so late that you can really just ignore it and focus on the calm, sedate confidence of this story and its ...
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Dec 26, 2008 · The Movie: Ronald Gibb (Tim Daly) is a bit of a loser; he teaches American History to indifferent high school students in a tiny town in the middle of nowhere. He lives in a tiny trailer, drives a piece of shit car, and pretty much talks to no one. But he's got a secret: he harbors a taboo crush on one of his students, pretty cheerleader Ally ...
The general concept of this movie is really good, but it’s tainted due to its low production and aimless plot. As The Good Student sets up for a premise of mystery, the ending result falls flat and doesn’t have the reverse-effect that the writers wanted it to have on viewers.
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- Screen Media Ventures
- David Ostry
Jan 1, 2006 · Missing Persons | Teachers and Students. Find trailers, reviews, synopsis, awards and cast information for The Good Student (2006) - David Ostry on AllMovie - An unpopular high school teacher finds himself….
Jan 1, 2006 · When Ally, a popular teen and local celebrity goes missing, her small suburban town erupts in panic. David Ostry. Director. Adam Targum. Screenplay.
