Sylvia (1986) Sylvia

Sylvia ★★½ 1986 (PG) Biography of author/educator Sylvia Ashton-Warner, and her efforts to teach Maori children in New Zealand to read via unorthodox methods. David is a marvel. Based on Ashton-Warner's books "Teacher" and "I Passed This Way." 99m/C VHS. NZ Eleanor David, Tom Wilkinson, Nigel Terry, Mary Regan; Director: Michael Firth.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1986
Rating PG
Length (in minutes) 99
Display Color
Formats VHS
Filmed In New Zealand
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Tom Wilkinson
Actor Nigel Terry
Actor Eleanor David
Actor Mary Regan
Director Michael Firth