Movie Review: The History Boys (2006)
The History Boys is a 2006 British comedy-drama film adapted by Alan Bennett from his 2004 play, which won the 2005 Olivier Award for Best New Play and the 2006 Tony Award for Best Play. It was directed by Nicholas Hytner, who directed the original production at the Royal National Theatre in London, and features the play's original cast. Synopsis: "The History Boys," directed by Nicholas Hytner, is an adaptation of the stage play by Alan Bennett. The film follows a group of students at a British high school preparing for their university entrance exams. Known for their intelligence and enthusiasm, they are mentored by two teachers who have very different approaches to teaching: Hector, an eccentric and idealistic teacher, and Irwin, a new, more pragmatic teacher. follows a group of sixteen-year-old students at a British secondary school preparing for their university entrance exams. Driven by the need to achieve good results, they are taught by two teachers who have very ...