Half Nelson(2006)
“Secrets don't let go”
Overview
Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey makes a startling discovery of his secret life, causing a tenuous bond between the two that could either end disastrously or provide a catalyst of hope.
Director
Ryan Fleck
Studio
Hunting Lane Films
Budget
$700K
Revenue
$5M
Cast
Ryan Gosling
as Dan Dunne
Shareeka Epps
as Drey
Anthony Mackie
as Frank
Jeff Lima
as Roodly
Monique Gabriela Curnen
as Isabel
Tina Holmes
as Rachel
Nathan Corbett
as Terrance
Tyra Kwao-Vovo
as Stacy
Rosemary Ledee
as Gina
Tristan Mack Wilds
as Jamal
Bryce Silver
as Bernard
Kaela C. Pabon
as Lena
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2006
Runtime
1h 47m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Budget
$700K
Box Office
$5M
Production Companies
Hunting Lane Films • Journeyman Pictures • Original Media
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Where can I watch Half Nelson?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Half Nelson (2006).
What is Half Nelson about?▼
Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey makes a startling discovery of his secret life, causing a tenuous bond between the two that could either end disastrously or provide a catalyst of hope.
Who directed Half Nelson?▼
Half Nelson was directed by Ryan Fleck and released in 2006. It is a drama film.
How long is Half Nelson?▼
Half Nelson has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
Who stars in Half Nelson?▼
The cast of Half Nelson includes Ryan Gosling as Dan Dunne, Shareeka Epps as Drey, Anthony Mackie as Frank, Jeff Lima as Roodly, Monique Gabriela Curnen as Isabel and more.
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