Debating Robert Lee Apr 2026

: The film emphasizes the difference between having an opinion and constructing a valid argument. It explores the idea that debate is a tool for critical thinking that transcends personal bias.

: The titular character, Robert Lee (played by Dale Midkiff), is a tough, cynical former debate champion from the Georgia Military Academy. He doesn't treat debate as a hobby; he treats it as war . Debating Robert Lee

: Robert Lee forces the students to argue against their own deeply held personal beliefs—such as making a Black student argue in favor of slavery—to teach them how to use "cold, hard facts" rather than emotion. Major Themes : The film emphasizes the difference between having