Overview
It's the winter of 1935 and Max Brown is newly arrived in Willowgreen, Saskatchewan - a rural Canadian prairie town - on his first teaching job in a one room schoolhouse. He quickly realizes that this is not a dream situation: the winter is harsher than he's ever experienced, he's living in the basement of the school, the older of his students treat him poorly and his wages are paltry if and when he ever does get paid.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Why Shoot the Teacher??
Why Shoot the Teacher? was directed by Silvio Narizzano.
What was the budget and revenue for Why Shoot the Teacher??
The official budget was $81 and the movie went on to gross $0 worldwide.
Where was Why Shoot the Teacher? produced?
It was produced by companies including Lancer Productions Limited, Fraser Films, Canadian Film Development Corporation, Famous Players in Canada.
Why Shoot the Teacher? Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Why Shoot the Teacher? wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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