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TUlENkO, J. FRONTliNE: PUbliC SCHOOlS, INC. , 2003, NEW YORk: PBS VidEO 60 MINUTES, COlOR, ClOSE-CApTioNEd $19.98 fOR HOME USE, $59.95 fOR SCHOOl USE (iNClUdES pUbliC pERfORMANCE RiGHTS)

A charismatic visionary, Chris Whittle believed he could make American public schools world class and also make a profit. This film paints a picture of the promises and downfalls of his controversial Edison schools as well as Whittle's own journey. Interviews with educators, administrators, and parents provide perspectives on the debate about Edison Schools' philosophy and results and in the process chronicle the difficulty of undertaking significant educational reform.

This film raises …