A movie made in 2007 starring Hilary Swank and Patrick Dempsey. It is based on the true story of a teacher who inspired her inner-city students to defy the odds and achieve their dreams.

The name can also be applied to anyone who writes what they feel, especially if the person isn't big on writing.
1: "Dude, I just watched that movie "Freedom Writers" last night and now I totally want to have a journal"

2: "John always seemed like a dumb-ass, but I just read his journal - he's a total freedom writer!"
by Sue Pirnova June 26, 2008
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A freedom writer is a female of the caucasian decent who is attracted to african decended males.

Ashley : Yeah, I held hands with this thug Tyrone.
Chris : holy fuck you're a freedom writer?!
by Chris Hoppus May 16, 2008
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