Dewey Finn – Jack Black

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Dewey Finn is the enthusiastic, rebellious wannabe rock star and substitute teacher played by Jack Black in the comedy film "School of Rock."

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Predicate Object
instanceOf fictional character
film character
appearsIn School of Rock (film)
surface form: School of Rock
bandName School of Rock (film)
surface form: School of Rock
characterArc learns responsibility through teaching
characterTrait charismatic
enthusiastic
immature
rebellious
conflictsWith Principal Rosalie Mullins
createdBy Mike White
filmDirector Richard Linklater
filmGenre comedy
music film
filmReleaseYear 2003
filmWriter Mike White
firstAppearance School of Rock (film)
surface form: film School of Rock (2003)
formsBandWith his students
friendOf Ned Schneebly
genre rock music
goal to become a rock star
to win the Battle of the Bands
inspiredBy classic rock bands
medium feature film
nationality American
notableInstrument electric guitar
notableQuote I have been touched by your kids... and I’m pretty sure that I’ve touched them.
You’re not hardcore unless you live hardcore.
occupation musician
rock guitarist
substitute teacher
participatesIn Battle of the Bands
personalityArchetype lovable slacker
portrayedBy Jack Black
relationshipToStudents band leader
mentor
roleInBand lead guitarist
lead vocalist
setting New York State
surface form: New York state
teachesAt Horace Green Preparatory School
teachesGradeLevel elementary school
teachesSubject rock band performance
rock music history
teachingStyle music-based
unconventional
usesAlias Mr. Schneebly

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School of Rock (film) characterPortrayedBy Dewey Finn – Jack Black