Debating Robert Lee

Debating Robert Lee

R 2004 · 108 min · ★ 6.5 · Drama

A group of jaded high school students sign up for a debate class taught by a tough, combative teacher from the Georgia Military Academy who teaches them that life is debate and DEBATE IS WAR.

Directed by Dan Polier · Written by Dan Polier

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