A young man from the East Coast arrives in the Canadian prairie in the 1930s to teach at a one-room schoolhouse, only to find himself struggling to connect with his rebellious students. As the year progresses, he forms a bond with a local farmer's wife, Alice, despite the impossibility of their love. Ultimately, it is his relationships with his students that bring him a sense of belonging and purpose.
Why Shoot the Teacher?
A recent college graduate travels to the Canadian prairies to teach in a small one-room schoolhouse, bringing with him a mix of confidence and isolation.
