Mr Holland's Opus
In the vein of 'Goodbye Mr Chips' comes this old-fashioned story of a musician who reluctantly takes a job as a high school music teacher, then spends the next thirty years of his life dedicated to infuse students with the love of music. This heartwarming film stars Richard Dreyfuss.
Year: 1995
Genre: Drama
Country: USA
Director: Stephen Herek
Starring: Richard Dreyfuss, Glenne Headly, Jay Thomas
Duration: 135 Minutes
Rating: PG - Contains coarse language.
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Location in store: Drama
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