Movie Description An unconventional New England prep school teacher inspires his students with poetry and encourages them to embrace life. Academy Award Nominations: 4, including Best Picture, Best Actor--Robin Williams, Best (Original) Screenplay. Academy Awards: Best Original Screenplay.
| Credits | | Cast: | Allelon Ruggiero, Dylan Kussman, George Martin, Josh Charles, Kurtwood Smith, Norman Lloyd |
| Details | | Edition: | 15th Anniversary Special Edition |
Editorial Reviews "...[Williams's performance] pulls together Peter Weir's mystical paean to youthful spirit..." -- Rating: B Entertainment Weekly - p.72 - Joe Neumaier (03/12/1999)
"...[The film has] a gorgeous look and smashing rhythms....THE DEAD POETS SOCIETY commands respect and affection..." Los Angeles Times - Michael Wilmington (06/02/1989)
"...[Williams gives an] exceptionally fine performance....Some very good performances from the younger actors [as well]..." New York Times - p.C8 - Vincent Canby
Awards 1989Academy AwardsBest Original ScreenplayTom Schulman
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