Education through media portrayal - "Front of the Class"

Perhaps the best example of a movie that helps educate without being comedic or derogatory in any way is 'Front of the Class' about the life of Brad Cohen who, though determined not to let his dream of being a teacher go, came up against prejudice, ignorance and overt discrimination. He was denied 'reasonable adjustments' for professional examinations and encountered rejection and ill-disguised derision. The film portrays the challenges of living with Tourette Syndrome, how it is and is positive and life affirming. It's message really is just about Brad wanting to be treated the same way as everybody else and to be given a chance to prove what he could do when given the opportunity. A well made and sensitive film which would be my first choice for educating people about TS without showing them a documentary.