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Higher Learning

Name: Higher Learning
Director: John Singleton
Genre: Drama, Crime, Thriller
Released: 1995-01-11
Duration: 128 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Omar Epps, Kristy Swanson, Michael Rapaport, Jennifer Connelly, Ice Cube

1995 · 2h 8m · Drama, Crime, Thriller

IMDb 6.5 Metacritic 54 RT 48%

Higher Learning is a provocative late-90s drama that tackles race, politics, and identity on a college campus with real urgency—it's exactly the kind of substantive, conversation-starting film worth your time tonight. Director John Singleton brings his sharp eye to this ensemble piece, and if you're in the mood for something thoughtful that won't let you coast, this is your pick.

Plot

African-American student Malik is on a track scholarship; academics are not his strong suit, and he goes in thinking that his athletic abilities will earn him a free ride through college. Fudge, a "professional student" who has been at Columbus for six years so far, becomes friendly with Malik and challenges his views about race and politics in America.

Director: John Singleton

Cast: Omar Epps, Kristy Swanson, Michael Rapaport, Jennifer Connelly, Ice Cube

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