"Stand and Deliver" is a 1988 film based on the true story of Jaime Escalante, a dedicated math teacher at Garfield High School in East Los Angeles. The film portrays his efforts to inspire and educate a group of underprivileged students, helping them excel in advanced mathematics, particularly calculus. The movie highlights the challenges faced by both the teacher and his students, including societal expectations and personal struggles. Through determination and innovative teaching methods, Escalante motivates his students to take the Advanced Placement Calculus exam, ultimately leading to their success and proving that with hard work, they can overcome obstacles.