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Detachment is a 2011 American high school drama film directed by Tony Kaye and written by Carl Lund. It tells the story of Henry Barthes, portrayed by Adrien Brody, a substitute teacher who purposely keeps himself detached from the emotional burdens of life. His approach to life is put to the test when he begins a one-month assignment at a public school, where he encounters struggling students, overworked teachers, and a disintegrating system. Additionally, his personal life intertwines with his professional one as he encounters a prostitute named Erica (Sami Gayle), a messed up teen named Meredith (Betty Kaye), and a fellow teacher named Sarah (Christina Hendricks). The film is a poignant exploration of the American education system. The movie also features performances from Marcia Gay Harden, William Petersen, Bryan Cranston, Tim Blake Nelson, Lucy Liu, Blythe Danner, and James Caan. 2nm3s
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