Radical (2023) Directed by Christopher Zalla William T. Harris, who served as US Commissioner of Education from 1889 to 1906, once stated that he believed ninety-nine out of every one hundred students simply followed prescribed routines and customs—a phenomenon he didn’t consider accidental but rather a consequence of the prevailing educational methods. While this approach might have previously supported indust…

Significant shifts frequently arise from just one person’s actions, ultimately changing an entire group. “Radical,” based on actual events, portrays this progression, incorporating scientific and philosophical perspectives that offer encouragement and upliftment in a difficult and disheartening world. The movie shares similarities with the well-regarded "Dead Poets Society," where Sergio takes on something like the p…

Eugenio Derbez stars as "Sergio," a new teacher at an elementary school located in a neglected Mexican town, where his unusual teaching style creates some discomfort for the principal, "Chucho" (Daniel Haddad). The school is struggling and considered among the worst, with teachers incentivized by bonuses tied to student progress. So, it’s easy to understand their frustration when Sergio begins overturning classroom f…