* BeamMeUpScotty: Contrary to what some ''WesternAnimation/SouthPark'' fans may have you believe, Jaime Escalante never said "How do I reach these kids!"
* BillingDisplacement: Creator/AndyGarcia is listed third in the opening credits, yet he plays a minor role with less screen time than Rosana De Soto (plays Escalante's wife, listed fourth) or any of the actors playing the students (who are only listed at the end). Also, Creator/LouDiamondPhillips gets second billing while the actors who play Escalante's other students (Ingrid Oliu, Will Gotay) are only listed after the last scene and later during the credits.
* DawsonCasting: Creator/LouDiamondPhillips was 25 while filming his role as a high school senior.
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