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Documentaries of the 2000s

The Education of Shelby Knox

Year2005
Running time76 min
Directed byMarion Lipschutz
Made inUnited States
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At a glance

The Education of Shelby Knox is a 2005 documentary about a teenager in Lubbock, Texas, who becomes involved in a campaign for comprehensive sex education in local high schools. The film follows Shelby Knox’s coming-of-age as a public speaker and feminist while she takes part in that campaign. Directed by Marion Lipschutz, it runs 76 minutes and is an English-language film from the United States. Its focus connects a personal story with questions about sex education in schools, making it relevant to viewers interested in youth, education and activism. The film was released in 2005, the same year it was an official selection of the Sundance Film Festival and aired on PBS’ P.O.V. series. Its listed maker is Marion Lipschutz, and the background information also credits Rose Rosenblatt as a producer alongside Lipschutz.

Who it is for

It suits viewers interested in a young person’s involvement in education advocacy, or students exploring sex education in schools. Its 76-minute runtime may also suit classroom viewing.

What is good

  • Centers a teenager’s education campaign
  • Connects personal story and school policy
  • 76-minute runtime
  • English-language film from the United States

What to know first

  • Focuses on Lubbock, Texas
  • Addresses sex education in high schools

Verdict

The film brings a coming-of-age account together with a campaign for comprehensive sex education. It may be a useful choice for viewers studying education advocacy and young people’s public engagement.

Details

Year
2005wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Runtime
76 minwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Director
Marion Lipschutzwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Country
United Stateswikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
IMDb
tt0427206wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026

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