The Paper Chase
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Movie Reviews of The Paper Chase
Movie Review: NOT FAH FROM FENWAY PAHK
Summary: 5 Stars
Houseman won Supporting Actor Oscar for playing legendary Contracts Professor Kingsfield in this dated Vietnam era classic. A man of intellect and intimidation, Kingfield's Socratic method of teaching works well with this assemblage of intellectual "mush", which he tries to embolden to "think like lawyers".Key scenes include an opening day scenario in the lavatory, Hart being caught at the Prof's home with the latter's daughter, the library break-in, cramming for finals, and the beachside finale. Both Wagner and Bottoms play their roles well, and any serious college student could/can still relate to most of the movie. As implied, this is not a movie for everyone; only for those who are looking for a multi-sided nostalgia trip.
Movie Review: A movie with a plot!
Summary: 5 Stars
It so rare to come across movies with an actual plot these days. If you are in the mood for a legal drama without the courtroom battles, this is for you. Timothy Bottoms is great as Hart a 1st year law student finding out the hardway what it takes to succed at Harvard. John Housman is phenominal as the Contracts professor who is as hard as they come. Excellent story, and some humor. The obligitory love spiel is ok. I like Lindsey Wagner, but its flighty at best, and semi detracts from the film. So with a complaint, why did I give it 5 stars? Because the movie earned it. Its gripping from the start, and holds you to the end. Very enjoyable.Movie Review: Paper Chase for training tutors
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a fabulous movie that not only depicts excellent teaching techniques but is a prime example of the Socratic Method. We have a no-pen policy in our tutoring program; that is, the tutors do not do any writing. Rather, the student is to do the work and problem-solve while the tutor facilitates the process. I teach the tutors at my University to use the Socratic Method of tutoring; asking reflecting questions so that the student can teach themselves how to work the problems.
I highly recommend this movie as a teaching tool and as an example of andragogical approach to learning.
Movie Review: The Paper Chase
Summary: 5 Stars
At a time of heightened competitiveness in academia, James Bridges's "The Paper Chase" makes for relevant as well as highly pleasurable viewing. Set in one of the most demanding environments--Harvard Law School--the film portrays learning at its most intense, where the depth and breadth of the curriculum represents a marathon, testing the brain and body's endurance. Timothy Bottoms is wonderful as the student who may be in over his head, but John Houseman, as the remote, brilliant law professor who strikes terror in his charges, is the reason this film scores a solid A.Movie Review: The Paper Chase
Summary: 5 Stars
1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die: 5th Anniversary EditionClassic coming of age movie - realistic portrayal of students' first year at Harvard Law School. The late John Houseman gives Oscar winning portrayal of the imperious brilliant Professor Kingsfield - revered and feared professor of first year Contract Law. Winning supporting performances from Timothy Bottoms, Edward Hermann, and James Staughton. Actually, all the performances are terrific.