Country Teachers (1994)

6.9/10 • 90 min • Drama

Overview

When a woman is forced to work as a teacher in rural mainland China, she sees a clear goal. If she can become a certified, government employee, then she can teach her students and make a better life for herself at the same time. She carries a heavy responsibility, however. For most of her students, the education that they receive in her classroom is the only preparation they will have for the entrance exams to college-the only avenue out of poor, rural life. Can she balance her needs and the needs of so many young, hopeful people?

Cast

Li Baotian

Wang Xueqi

Ding Jiali

Ju Xue

Xiu Zongdi

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