The Teacher

The principal of an elementary school calls a special parents meeting after it’s alleged that the seemingly empathetic and kindly-looking teacher Mrs. Drazděchová uses her students to manipulate their parents.

Directed by Jan Hřebejk, The Teacher leans on a strong ensemble — Zuzana Mauréry, Csongor Kassai, Zuzana Konečná — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2016.