In 1930s Scotland, Jean Brodie - Maggie Smith - is an eccentric teacher in a very staid girls only school. Not married, Miss Brodie tells her 10 and 11 year older students that she is in her Prime and her one big passion is teaching and molding young minds. Ha, what a teaching she pursues. Her girls learn about Italian art, cold cream is better than soap, and how great Mussolini is. Her "special girls" , Sandy, Monica, Jenny and Mary, go on field trips around the city of Edinburgh with their adored teacher. Meanwhile, Miss Brodie is in a secret romance with the male music teacher while also being loved by the married art instructor, Mr Lloyd. Of all the girls, Sandy is the most transfixed by Miss Brodie and her lessons. But, the school headmistress is waiting breathlessly for the moment she can give Miss Brodie the boot. Will she get her wish? This remarkable movie is first rate. The performances are top notch while the setting in Scotland's capitol is lovely. Most importantly, the theme of a teacher giving subtly toxic life lessons to vulnerable young girls is paramount. The surprise ending will effect everyone deeply. Don't miss this Prime time masterpiece.