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Good films always raise compelling questions, whether the format is fiction or documentary fact.

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This is one of the best movies I’ve seen in a very long time. You have to go and see this on the big screen.

Just a really fun movie with a simple premise, but high energy directing and fun characters. Great 80s memories. The style could easily be Scorsese. Surprised it never got more praise and recognition.

"Three O'Clock High" was one of those 80's films that dealt with high school students against each other. Released in 1987, it went un-noticed because of all the other 80's nerd films like Revenge of the Nerds, Lucas, Some Kind of Wonderful. This film was a bit more original in my opinion.It was the day in the life of Jerry Mitchel, a not so popular student whose main high school contribution was to either the school paper or running the student school store. On this day, he wakes up and tells himself that it's going to be one of those days. The kind of day when you realize your out of clean clothes and that your wash was left in the washing machine. Your car has a flat and your stuck taking your mom's station wagon to school. Just an ordinary day.Just an ordinary day until student legend Buddy Revell starts his first day at his new school. He is a legend because of his short temper which had gotten him kicked out of many schools due to fights and pulling weapons out. When Jerry encounters Buddy in the bathroom, he makes the fatal mistake of touching Buddy Revell. Revell does not liked to be touch. Revell challenges Jerry to a fight, after school, in the parking lot.The rest of the film is following Jerry throughout his day trying to get out of the fight. Hour by hour, the day gets worse for Jerry up until the fight.The film is funny and is shot really well. The story, simple yet original, works because the actors are very believable in their roles and the scenarios are just a bit over exaggerated. If you like 80's films, you like comedies, or you just like trying out a new film, check this one out. I think you will enjoy.

Having seen this movie hyped in lists of top ten 80s teen movies, I decided to give this movie a chance. The verdict: it is maybe not on par with the top of 80s teen movies like Breakfast Club, Ferris, Last American Virgin, etc. There's something clumsy in the overall production that is hard to nail, but nevertheless on the whole it is enjoyable. I also like the way it doesn't give all the answers straight away to the viewer. E.g. the character of the bully, Buddy Revell, is given depth and mystery through subtle hints - he spends his breaks reading in the library, he is good at math, he returns the money Jerry gave him. Also, it is never explained why he doesn't like being touched, even in a friendly way such as what Jerry did, which adds to the mystery of his character. Another example of the movie not giving answers straight away is the ending where Jerry is hailed as the hero and several ladies - plus the book club teacher! -approach him/invite him to go with them. Jerry's decision of who will be his choice is not shown to the viewer. Not only subtleties in the plot but also neat tricks with the camera work make this movie enjoyable enough to watch.

This movie had all of what makes a movie entertaining and I highly recommend it, for its entertainment value. If you enjoy some comedy mixed in with a the story of someone with no chance of winning (like Rocky), you'll love this one.The surprise twists and turns bring the main character to the inevitable ending, which may be a bit of a surprise. After rewatching, My Bodyguard, I recognized a similarity. This one is a tad less realistic than My Bodyguard, but still hits a very good note with the viewer. It is a great story of an underdog. Be prepared for surprises throughout the story and take the ending for what it is worth.