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...characters seem like people that you could find in any city. Palmer poignantly portrays the youthful awkwardness and apprehension associated with participation in these spelling contests. However, Dr. Larabee’s initial aloofness and tough coaching—an uncharacteristic role for the hardboiled and theatrically-trained Fishburne??€”is replaced by tough love and eventually fatherly warmth. Unfortunately, the mother’s preoccupation with her multiple jobs left Bassett portraying a role with little depth; however, it was nice to see her chiseled arms showcased in yet another movie.At times the movie appears...