Bad Education

The true story of a couple of Long Island charmers who bilk a public school district for their own gain. Very well-acted by Hugh Jackman, Allison Janney, Geraldine Viswanathan, et al. There’s a slick, sleazy quality to this, which I’m told is very “Long Island.” I wish there had been a little more reward and resolution for the persistent high school journalist who blew up the whole scandal. But generally a gripping true-crime thriller about bad neckties, overdone hair, and unchecked greed. It feels nice to see a brand-new movie; something fresh, not dusted off. Thanks HBO.