Reform School

Released Apr 27, 1939

1h 22m

Comedy

Drama

List

100%

Tomatometer

5 Reviews

Popcornmeter

Fewer than 50 Ratings

Youngsters at a reform school adjust their hardened attitudes when a dedicated probation officer (Louise Beavers) replaces cruelty with kindness.

Variety Staff

Variety

A good bet.

Jan 26, 2021

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Alfred A. Duckett

New York Age

No, it's not a new story. But the story is only incidental to the innate, uncanny beauty which Louise Beavers brings to her interpretation.

Jan 26, 2021

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Gus McCarthy

Motion Picture Daily

[Louise Beavers's] struggle is vividly described in characterizations, situations and dialogue.

Jan 26, 2021

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Film Daily Staff

The Film Daily

The whole cast can be applauded for their acting and portraying of the parts.

Jan 26, 2021

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John Kinloch

California Eagle

[Director Popkin] has done a thorough and competent job serving up this nicely balanced film in palatable fashion.

Nov 4, 2019

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xo x

Written, produced and directed by blacks...for whites entertainment....how sad. Ms Beavers effectively portrays a warm caring mother figure who establishes a foundation of honor for all the "ferel boys"...her personal success proves that it is possible to learn and succeed in the American society as a woman and of a minority. The stereotyping was disturbing in every way.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

10/13/22

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Synopsis

Youngsters at a reform school adjust their hardened attitudes when a dedicated probation officer (Louise Beavers) replaces cruelty with kindness.

Director: Leo C. Popkin
Producer: Harry M. Popkin
Screenwriter: Hazel Jamieson, Joseph O'Donnell
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 27, 1939, Original
Runtime: 1h 22m