Bad Education (2019 film)

Bad Education is a 2019 American crime drama film directed by Cory Finley and written by Mike Makowsky. It is based on a true story that occurred in the Roslyn Union Free School District on Long Island, New York, in the early 2000s.

The film stars Hugh Jackman as Dr. Frank Tassone, the charming and charismatic superintendent of the Roslyn school district, and Allison Janney as Pam Gluckin, the district's business administrator. The plot centers around the discovery of a massive embezzlement scheme perpetrated by Tassone, Gluckin, and other members of the school administration, who used school funds for personal expenses and lavish lifestyles.

The film explores themes of greed, ambition, and the pressure to maintain a facade of success within a wealthy suburban community. It also examines the consequences of unchecked power and the ripple effects of corruption on students, teachers, and the wider community. Bad Education received critical acclaim for its sharp writing, strong performances, and insightful exploration of its subject matter.