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Dead Poets Society

PG Released Jun 2, 1989 2h 8m Drama TRAILER for Dead Poets Society: Trailer 1 List Dead Poets Society: Trailer 1 Dead Poets Society: Trailer 1 2:35 View more videos
84% Tomatometer 63 Reviews 92% Audience Score 250,000+ Ratings A new English teacher, John Keating (Robin Williams), is introduced to an all-boys preparatory school that is known for its ancient traditions and high standards. He uses unorthodox methods to reach out to his students, who face enormous pressures from their parents and the school. With Keating's help, students Neil Perry (Robert Sean Leonard), Todd Anderson (Ethan Hawke) and others learn to break out of their shells, pursue their dreams and seize the day. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Buy Now

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Affecting performances from the young cast and a genuinely inspirational turn from Robin Williams grant Peter Weir's prep school drama top honors.

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Kurt Jacobsen Chicago Reader We never are privy to Keatings’s personal life, nor do we quite grasp why such a talented individual is devoted to pedagogy. Rated: 1/4 May 11, 2022 Full Review Gene Siskel Chicago Tribune A refreshing if obvious drama. Rated: 3/4 Aug 23, 2017 Full Review Hank Gallo New York Daily News On the surface Robin Williams appears to be giving his standard performance as Prof. Keating - witty, sincere and lovable. But there's much more here. Rated: 3.5/4 Jun 1, 2016 Full Review Lyric Waiwiri-Smith Stuff.co.nz An achingly beautiful story of high school boys who give up the guards of their masculinity and family expectations to believe in something beautiful and real. Oct 28, 2022 Full Review Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies An Oscar-winning drama about self-discovery, free-thinking, and the unfortunate costs that sometimes comes with them. Rated: 4/5 Aug 20, 2022 Full Review Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) This excellent film turns a refrain into an axiom. [Full review in Spanish} Jul 1, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Katie T My absolute number one movie of all time. It’s a tragic yet beautiful story that makes you laugh, cry and think. Robin Williams’ performance is, like always, outstanding and the other actors compliment him beautifully. The movie is written incredibly from start to finish and brings the incredible book to life perfectly. This is a movie you can watch over and over again without getting bored. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/08/24 Full Review Chuck B I'm a movie enthusiast who watches 100+ movies a year and I can say that this is the best movie I ever seen. No other movies felt more touching than Dead Poets Society. It's such an unforgettable beautiful absolute must watch movie 💯 Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/22/24 Full Review Royce A This is the best movie I ever seen in my whole life. I'm a movie enthusiast and I had seen many movies of different languages, of different genres and for me no other movies felt more touching than Dead Poet Society. It's so unforgettable beautiful movie which is an absolute must watch 💯 Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/22/24 Full Review Tristan C Inspiring and motivating, "Dead Poets Society" demonstrates how education can inspire new generations when the right mind is put to the task. Robin Williams shines as John Keating, an unconventional teacher who challenges his students to think for themselves and embrace the motto "carpe diem." The film's poignant storytelling and heartfelt performances leave a lasting impact, making it a timeless tribute to the power of teaching and the importance of following one's passions. A must-watch for anyone who values creativity, critical thinking, and the enduring influence of a great mentor. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/13/24 Full Review 15 ว Everything is so priceless. I'm speechless Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/12/24 Full Review Elijah M If this film isn’t a direct representation of what it means to choose heart over hollow society I don’t know what is. The great Robin Williams does it again in peaking the movie expectations of human desire to do what they love. Over the years I usually see the film scene by a scene basis but I see now how much of a unjust that was. If I may… The captain of the film ignited his crew. Dishing what was considered fancy and old school. Students of the story became masters of a so-called dreams of fools Forgetting how they were once tools. Not everyone won the struggle of a conformed society But in the end the pen was still all powerful and mighty. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/10/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A new English teacher, John Keating (Robin Williams), is introduced to an all-boys preparatory school that is known for its ancient traditions and high standards. He uses unorthodox methods to reach out to his students, who face enormous pressures from their parents and the school. With Keating's help, students Neil Perry (Robert Sean Leonard), Todd Anderson (Ethan Hawke) and others learn to break out of their shells, pursue their dreams and seize the day.
Director
Peter Weir
Producer
Steven Haft, Paul Junger Witt, Tony Thomas
Screenwriter
Tom Schulman
Distributor
Touchstone Pictures, Buena Vista Pictures, Touchstone Home Video
Production Co
Touchstone Pictures
Rating
PG
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 2, 1989, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 9, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$94.5M
Runtime
2h 8m
Sound Mix
Surround, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track, Dolby
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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