Dead Poets Society
A remarkable drama about a teacher who inspires seven students to explore new horizons of self expression and discover a world outside the school's strict curriculum. Robin Williams is the inspiring school master, a role originally slated for Liam Neeson, until Peter Weir came on as director and hired Williams instead.
Year: 1989
Genre: Drama, BAFTA - Best Film
Country: USA
Director: Peter Weir
Starring: Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke
Duration: 128 Minutes
Rating: PG - Contains violence.
8.1/10
Location in store: Drama
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