'' The Teacher '' ( ) is a 1977 Cuban drama film directed by Octavio Cortázar . The film , set in the early years of the Cuban Revolution , tells the story of a young urban teacher going to poor , rural areas to teach peasants how to read and write . He must overcome the initial resistance of some inhabitants due to his youth , get used to a totally unknown environment and confront the bandits who support the mercenary invasion . The screenplay was written by Luis Rogelio Nogueras and Octavio Cortázar . The film was produced by the Instituto Cubano del Arte e Industrias Cinematográficos . It was entered into the 28th Berlin International Film Festival , where it won the Silver Bear for outstanding artistic contribution
28th Berlin International Film Festival
28th Berlin International Film Festival
The Teacher (1977 film)