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Is the movie Beyond the Blackboard a true story?

"Beyond the Blackboard" is based on a true story that Stacey Bess turned into the book "Nobody Don't Love Nobody," and the movie holds the interest, despite a tendency to sentimentalize.Apr 21, 2011

Where was beyond the blackboard filmed?

New MexicoProduction: Filmed in New Mexico by Hallmark Hall of Fame Prods. Executive producers, Brent Shields, Gerald R. Molen; producer, Andrew Gottlieb; director, Jeff Bleckner; writer, Camille Thomasson; based on the book "Don't Love Nobody" by Stacey Bess.Apr 20, 2011

Who played Danny in Beyond the blackboard?

Liam McKannaBeyond the Blackboard (TV Movie 2011) - Liam McKanna as Danny - IMDb.

What is the storyline of the movie beyond the blackboard?

A young teacher overcomes her initial fears and prejudices when she teaches homeless children in a shelter's makeshift classroom.Beyond the Blackboard / Film synopsis

In what state was the rural school in Beyond the Blackboard located?

Filming. This film was filmed in and around Albuquerque, New Mexico. This was the first project together for Emily VanCamp and Treat Williams since Everwood.

Storyline

A 24-year-old first-time teacher overcomes her initial fears and prejudices and makes a difference in the lives of the homeless children she teaches in a shelter's makeshift classroom.

Did You Know?

A natural blonde, Emily VanCamp dyed her hair brown upon being cast as Stacey Bess. See more »

User Reviews

Stacey Bess (Emily VanCamp) got pregnant at 16, dropped out of school, and got married to Greg. She eventually got her GED and 8 years later in 2009, she gets her first teaching job in Salt Lake City. She's horrified to find a chaotic railroad warehouse shelter with homeless families run by Johnny Hernandez.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Because of a power failure while out of town, we missed the scheduled recording of this show. Does anybody know if it will be rerun on CBS? Not surprised at the excellent reviews-would just like an opportunity to view it myself. Thanks!

What is Beyond the Blackboard based on?

It is based on the memoir by Stacey Bess titled Nobody Don't Love Nobody .

When does the story of the homeless take place?

The story takes place in 1987 and follows a young teacher and mother of two who, fresh from college, ends up teaching homeless children at a school without a name. With the support of her husband, she overcomes fears and prejudice to give these children the education they deserve.

QC Approved

Even though this is a Hallmark production, which means viewers see events of the movie through romanticized lenses, Beyond the Blackboard touches on a handful of tough subjects. One of the first few scenes shows a 16-year-old, pregnant Stacey, followed by an eight-year time jump to Stacey interviewing for a teaching position.

QC Disapproved

This movie is surprisingly real in its portrayal of difficult and nuanced themes for a Hallmark movie. That said, because it is still a Hallmark production, certain storylines are glossed over.