"Bad Education" is a 2020 film directed by Cory Finley, based on a true story about a massive embezzlement scandal in a New York high school. The film stars Hugh Jackman as Frank Tassone, the charismatic superintendent who orchestrates the fraud, and Allison Janney as his accomplice. It explores themes of ambition, deception, and the impact of corruption on education. The narrative follows a student journalist, Rachel Bhargava, who uncovers the financial misconduct, leading to a dramatic investigation. The film highlights the tension between maintaining a prestigious school reputation and the ethical implications of the characters' actions.