Fist Fight

Fist Fight

Year: 2017

Runtime: 91 min

Language: english

Director: Richie Keen

Comedy

As the school year ends, unassuming English teacher Andy Campbell faces unexpected chaos. A series of mishaps leads to a confrontation with the intimidating Ron Strickland, forcing Campbell to confront his anxieties and defend himself. He must navigate the bizarre world of high school politics and the frustrating bureaucracy to resolve the situation and reclaim a sense of control.

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1

Final Day at Roosevelt High School

The chaos unfolds as students at Roosevelt High embark on their last day, engaging in various pranks that disrupt the usual order of things. Both students and teachers navigate the humorous yet chaotic environment, which sets the stage for the day ahead.

Day of final exams Roosevelt High School
2

Parking Spot Incident

English teacher Andy Campbell's day takes a comical turn as a student on a scooter steals his coveted parking spot. This incident serves to underline Campbell's feeling of helplessness amid the unfolding pandemonium at the school.

Parking lot
3

The Prized Baseball Bat

In a moment of discipline, history teacher Ron Strickland catches two students attempting to swap a baseball bat for computer access to inappropriate content. Strickland insists that they return the bat, asserting his authority within the chaotic school environment.

Classroom
4

Concerns Over Job Security

As tensions rise among the teaching staff, Campbell learns about the recent firings of some of his colleagues amidst the evaluation period. This news fills him with anxiety about his own job security just as he prepares to welcome his second child.

Teachers' Lounge
5

Inappropriate Prank Call

Embarrassment strikes Campbell as his class is prank-called, leading students to draw inappropriate images on the board. This incident adds to his worries about his teaching effectiveness and potential job loss.

Classroom
6

Teacher Firings Discussion

Campbell, along with Holly and Coach Crawford, discusses the troubling reality of job losses facing teachers during a tense moment in the teachers' lounge. The atmosphere thickens as they ponder the implications of these changes on their futures.

Teachers' Lounge
7

Confrontation with a Student

An unexpected turn occurs when Campbell stumbles upon a student engaged in an inappropriate act in the restroom. This incident humiliates him and leads to Ms. Monet mistakenly labeling him as a pervert, complicating his day further.

Restroom
8

Paint Bomb Prank

Strickland seeks Campbell's help with AV equipment, but they unknowingly get entangled in a student prank involving paint bombs. Amidst the chaos, Strickland's temper flares, leading him to destroy a student's desk in frustration.

Classroom
9

The Fight Challenge

News spreads about Strickland's challenge to Campbell for a fight after school, igniting rumors and excitement among the students. Tensions bubble as Holly and Coach Crawford begin to place bets on the outcome of this showdown.

School
10

Desperation for Control

In a desperate bid to regain control, Campbell approaches a student named Neil, offering a MacBook Pro in exchange for favor regarding his recent embarrassment. This quest to secure his reputation leads him into a frantic rush.

Various locations
11

Framing Strickland Attempt

Feeling cornered, Campbell concocts a plan to frame Strickland by planting drugs in his classroom. However, their attempt goes hilariously wrong, culminating in both teachers being arrested and facing the consequences of their miscalculations.

School
12

Daughter's Performance

Amidst the whirlwind of chaos, Campbell manages to attend his daughter Ally's performance. She delivers a confident rendition that captivates the audience, offering him a moment of pride and reflection amidst the chaos of the day.

School Auditorium
13

The Anticipated Showdown

The culmination of the tension between Campbell and Strickland results in a highly anticipated fight that draws a large crowd of students. As the event unfolds, unexpected developments take place, highlighting Campbell's determination and resilience.

School Gym
14

Rush to the Hospital

Just as the dust settles from the fight, Campbell receives urgent news that his wife Maggie is going into labor. This revelation shifts his priorities dramatically, prompting a hasty rush to the hospital in a moment of clarity.

Hospital
15

A New Beginning

By summer, Campbell and his family host a barbecue, marking a new chapter filled with confidence and camaraderie. However, they learn that the consequences of the fight necessitate a return to teaching with a renewed approach to mentoring and addressing issues of bullying.

Campbell's Home

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