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- 109 Minutes
- Paramount Pictures
- Language English
- Country USA
- Rated: PG-13
- Format: Widescreen, Special Collector's Edition
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- Directed by Richard Linklater
- Written by Mike White
- Starring Jack Black, Joan Cusack, Mike White, Sarah Silverman
Synopsis:
Jack Black stars as a diehard rock guitarist-turned-substitute teacher who transforms a class of fifth graders into a high-voltage rock group. His lesson: to lead the kids on to victory in the local Battle of the Bands competition.
Won: Best Comedy Film, 2004 British Comedy Awards; Best Comedic Performance (Black), 2004 MTV Movie Awards
Nominated: Best Compilation Soundtrack, 2004 Grammy Awards; Best Actor (Black), 2004 Satellite Awards
Review:
"Linklater strikes just the right power chords here. He respects rock enough to keep it real, and he has enough rein on Black to ground his wildness in warmth while avoiding easy sentiment." -- Bruce Westbrook, THE HOUSTON CHRONICLE
(Read more)- More on School of Rock:
- Official film Web site
- Profile of the director
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