Watching the film now in 2006 obviously gave rise to lots of deja-vu feelings in my mind. So predictable, so stereotypical... yet I had to understand that it's made in 1967 and the other films actually copied from this one. Once you get that idea in your head, the film will appear as fresh and original as it could be.
Apart from the idea, two other things stand out to make a lasting impression. One is acting; Poitier is wonderful as Mr. Thackeray and Judy Geeson also did a good job. And two is the music. In the school dance scene the band played some really good music... perfectly capturing the flavor of that time.
Apart from the idea, two other things stand out to make a lasting impression. One is acting; Poitier is wonderful as Mr. Thackeray and Judy Geeson also did a good job. And two is the music. In the school dance scene the band played some really good music... perfectly capturing the flavor of that time.