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Higher Learning

1995-01-11 · 128 min · ★ 6.3

Drama · Crime · Thriller

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.

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Directors
John Singleton
Production companies
New Deal Productions, Columbia Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 20,000,000
Revenue
USD 38,300,000

Top Cast

Omar EppsOmar EppsMalik Williams
Kristy SwansonKristy SwansonKristen Connor
Michael RapaportMichael RapaportRemy
Jennifer ConnellyJennifer ConnellyTaryn
Ice CubeIce CubeFudge
Jason WilesJason WilesWayne
Tyra BanksTyra BanksDeja
Cole HauserCole HauserScott Moss
Laurence FishburneLaurence FishburneProfessor Maurice Phipps
Regina KingRegina KingMonet
Busta RhymesBusta RhymesDreads
Bridgette WilsonBridgette WilsonNicole
Vitamin CVitamin CFestival Singer
Kari WührerKari WührerClaudia
Tony DonnoTony DonnoGay Victim
Adam GoldbergAdam GoldbergDavid Isaacs
Jay R. FergusonJay R. FergusonBilly
Morris ChestnutMorris ChestnutTrack Anchor
Shawn Michael PerryNative American Student (uncredited)
Trevor St. JohnTrevor St. JohnJames

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