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Higher Learning poster
B
Strong
MASTER SCORE 68.6 / 100
1995·Crime / Drama / Thriller·2h 8m

HIGHER LEARNING

“Question the knowledge.”

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.

Above the Line
John Singleton·DirectorJohn Singleton·WriterPeter Lyons Collister·Director of PhotographyStanley Clarke·Original Music ComposerBruce Cannon·Editor
Cast
Omar Epps·Malik WilliamsKristy Swanson·Kristen ConnorMichael Rapaport·RemyJennifer Connelly·TarynIce Cube·FudgeJason Wiles·WayneTyra Banks·DejaCole Hauser·Scott MossLaurence Fishburne·Professor Maurice PhippsRegina King·Monet
Full Crew
(14 credits)
Directing· 1
John Singleton·Director
Writing· 1
John Singleton·Writer
Camera· 1
Peter Lyons Collister·Director of Photography
Editing· 1
Bruce Cannon·Editor
Sound & Music· 1
Stanley Clarke·Original Music Composer
Art & Design· 6
Keith Brian Burns·Production DesignCarol Oditz·Costume DesignRichard Holland·Art DirectionMichael C. Claypool·Set DecorationSaul Bass·Title DesignerElaine Bass·Title Designer
Production· 1
Paul Hall·Producer
Other Departments· 2
Bob Minor·Stunt CoordinatorRick Avery·Stunts
By the Numbers
68.6
OF 100
Master Score
6.5
OF 10
IMDb
45%
CRITICS
Rotten Tomatoes
$38M
ROI 92%
Worldwide Gross
0
Oscar Wins
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THE VISUAL DECONSTRUCTION

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Dominant Palette
3 colors
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#FFFFFF
#444444
Mood
Serious, Thought Provoking
Composition
Centered
Era
1990s
Visual Style
Graphic Design

“The movie poster features a red background. On the left side of the poster, there are stacked symbols that are each filled with a different person's face. The s”

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Key Elements
Peace SignMale SymbolFemale SymbolSwastika Like Symbol
Atmosphere
Vibrant
Color Mood
Warm
Setting
Abstract
Design Score
7/10
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