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Writing Inspiration

Stacey Shubitz
Last weekend, when we were getting hit with the first big snowstorm, I was looking through our cable guide to find a movie.  A film starring Sean Connery, Rob Brown, and Anna Paquin, “Finding Forrester,” caught my eye.  I knew I could sell it to my husband since it wasn’t just about writing, it was also about basketball (he likes sports). We both never saw “Finding Forrester” when it was in theaters in 2000, so it was new to us.
I’d hate to give away the plot of the movie, so I’m going to quote from the product description on Amazon.com to give you just enough background to entice you into watching it this weekend:
Jamal Wallas is a 16-year-old basketball star with a secret passion for writing.  William Forrester is a famous, reclusive novelist who is angry at the world.  After an unexpected meeting, Forrester becomes Jamal’s unlikely mentor and both men learn lessons from each other about the importance of friendship.
This is one of the best movies I’ve ever seen.  My husband also enjoyed the movie, especially the ending.  If you’re looking for a little writerly inspiration this weekend, then check out this flick.

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Published by Stacey Shubitz

Stacey Shubitz is a K-6 literacy consultant and former elementary teacher. She is the author of CRAFT MOVES and other professional books on writing workshop. Her forthcoming book, MAKE THE SCHOOL SYSTEM WORK FOR YOUR CHILD WITH DISABILITIES (Guilford Press, 2026), empowers parents to navigate the special education system.

6 thoughts on “Writing Inspiration”

  5. Really? You’d never seen it? It’s one of my favorites; right up there with Freedom Writers. I must say, though, School of LIfe is one of the ultimate school movies. Not about writing . . . but sooooo inspirational. 🙂

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  6. I loved this one too, but I can’t say that that’s true of many school-based movies. Often they make teachers look horrible and situations seem simplistic.
    I think Precious is a wonderful testament to the power of passionate teachers.
    Bonnie

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