Half Nelson (2006)
Movie 1h 47m ★ 6.6/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Dating from 2006, Half Nelson sits in the drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Ryan Fleck. The cast includes Anthony Mackie, Monique Gabriela Curnen and Ryan Gosling. The running time is 1h 47m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.6 out of 10.
Synopsis
Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey makes a startling discovery of his secret life, causing a tenuous bond between the two that could either end disastrously or provide a catalyst of hope.
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Cast & crew
- Ryan FleckDirector
- Anthony Mackieas Frank
- Monique Gabriela Curnenas Isabel
- Ryan Goslingas Dan Dunne
- Shareeka Eppsas Drey
- Jeff Limaas Roodly
- Tina Holmesas Rachel
- Nathan Corbettas Terrance
- Tyra Kwao-Vovoas Stacy
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Questions about Half Nelson
- What genre is Half Nelson?
- Half Nelson is categorised as Drama.
- Who stars in Half Nelson?
- Anthony Mackie, Monique Gabriela Curnen, Ryan Gosling, Shareeka Epps, Jeff Lima appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Half Nelson?
- Ryan Fleck directed Half Nelson.
- How long is Half Nelson?
- Half Nelson runs for 1h 47m (107 minutes).
- Is Half Nelson worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.6/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Half Nelson?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
