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A Teacher (2013)

  • NR
  • 75 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 4.8/10 (5408 votes)

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Plot

In the heart of Austin, Texas, Diana Watts, an eloquent English teacher, navigates the convoluted corridors of Westerbrook High School, grappling with personal demons and a strained relationship with her mother. A misplaced quest for affection propels her into a clandestine romance with Eric Tull, her charismatic student. This secret liaison breathes life into her otherwise mundane existence, adding a spark of fulfillment she hasn't experienced in ages. However, as their forbidden love story unfolds, a series of unsettling encounters and a near-exposure thrusts Diana into a whirlpool of fear and introspection. The chilling realization that discovery would shatter her career and tarnish her reputation prompts her to sever ties with Eric. This imposed distance gives Diana a chance to analyze their relationship from a fresh perspective, invoking the timeless notion that absence indeed makes the heart grow fonder. Caught in a tumultuous emotional storm, Diana is torn between adhering to societal norms and succumbing to her burgeoning obsession. The yearning for what she perceives as love threatens to overpower her better judgment, making the task of staying away from Eric a battle against her own desires. The story of 'A Teacher' thus unravels a labyrinth of forbidden love, moral dilemmas, and the relentless pursuit of personal happiness.

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A Teacher is a drama movie featuring Lindsay Burdge.

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