Bright Road (1953)
** (out of 4)
A new school teacher (Dorothy Dandridge) at an all black school tries to save a troubled student (Philip Helburn), although the principle (Harry Belafonte) has his doubts. Even by the "good teacher tries to save bad student" stands, this one here is pretty dull and lifeless. I'd also say the thing is just downright weird with some incredibly stupid voice overs that bring more laughs than anything. This was my first time seeing Dandridge and I found her very good in the role. Belafonte was also good in his film debut.
** (out of 4)
A new school teacher (Dorothy Dandridge) at an all black school tries to save a troubled student (Philip Helburn), although the principle (Harry Belafonte) has his doubts. Even by the "good teacher tries to save bad student" stands, this one here is pretty dull and lifeless. I'd also say the thing is just downright weird with some incredibly stupid voice overs that bring more laughs than anything. This was my first time seeing Dandridge and I found her very good in the role. Belafonte was also good in his film debut.