The Gym Teacher from the Black Lagoon

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  • 2009
  • 8 min
  • 8.1  (7)

The Gym Teacher from the Black Lagoon is a hilarious and heartwarming family film released in 2009, directed by David Deluise. It is a part of the popular children's book series, The Black Lagoon, written by Mike Thaler. The movie is a story of Hubie Pyatt (Burton Fott), a boy who is petrified of his new gym teacher, Mr. Green (Galen Fott), who Hubie imagines as a monster from the Black Lagoon.

The movie revolves around Hubie, a sweet and funny kid who is constantly scared of his surroundings. Hubie is terrified when he discovers that the school's new gym teacher is Mr. Green. He imagines Mr. Green to be a monster because of his enormous size, loud voice, and stern demeanor. Hubie's friends, however, are not afraid of the new gym teacher and they try to convince him that he is imagining things.

The story progresses with Hubie trying to avoid the gym class by faking an illness, getting his parents to write a note for him, and even trying to bribe his teacher into letting him out of gym class. However, when his plan backfires, Hubie is forced to face his fears and confront Mr. Green.

Throughout the movie, Hubie's perspective on Mr. Green slowly changes and he learns that Mr. Green is not a monster after all. In fact, he is a great teacher who cares about his students, and he helps Hubie to overcome his fears.

The Gym Teacher from the Black Lagoon is a fun and engaging movie that will keep kids entertained throughout. It has a relatable storyline, and the humor is well balanced without being too childish. It also teaches valuable life lessons, such as the importance of facing your fears and not judging people before getting to know them.

Burton Fott, who plays Hubie, delivers an excellent performance. He captures the character's nervousness, innocence, and humor perfectly. Galen Fott, who plays Mr. Green, is equally impressive, balancing his tough exterior with a caring and compassionate inner self.

The supporting cast also does a great job, with Francis Ohe as Hubie's best friend and Joey Stack as the school's principal. They add to the charm of the movie and provide a few additional laughs.

The movie's special effects are top-notch, with some impressive visuals that will keep kids entertained. The film has good pacing, and the story builds up to a satisfying conclusion that will leave the viewers with a smile on their faces.

In conclusion, The Gym Teacher from the Black Lagoon is an entertaining and heartwarming family movie that is suitable for all ages. It teaches a valuable lesson about not judging people based on appearances and facing your fears head-on. The performances, direction, and special effects all contribute to making it a great movie that the whole family can enjoy.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2009
  • Runtime
    8 min
  • IMDB Rating
    8.1  (7)