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1986

Sylvia

Directed by Michael Firth
Revolutionary teaching brings International Acclaim

New Zealand chronicle of the life of noted writer and teacher, Sylvia Ashton-Warner. An interesting look at the unusual teaching methods she used while working with the children from the indigenous Maon.

Duration

1h 40m

Released

January 1, 1986

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Cast8

  • Eleanor David
  • Nigel Terry
  • Tom Wilkinson
  • Mary Regan
  • Martyn Sanderson
  • Terence Cooper
  • David Letch
  • Sarah Peirce

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