DEAD POETS SOCIETY

Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke

Touchstone Pictures; Directed by Peter Weir

Rated PG; 128 minutes; 1989

Fall 1959: Another year begins at Welton Academy, a secluded and traditional school set in the tranquil hills of Vermont. This year, seven students will encounter a teacher (Robin Williams) whose ideas about learning inspire them to pursue their individual passions, explore new horizons of self-expression, and discover the excitement of a world outside Welton’s strict curriculum in this outstanding drama of inspiration and commitment.

REVIEWS

"One of the most magnificent motion pictures I have seen. A classic to be treasured for years and years to come."

- Gene Shalit, TODAY SHOW, NBC-TV

"This movie breaks all the rules. Robin Williams is brilliant. One of the summer's best."

- Joel Siegel, GOOD MORNING AMERICA, ABC-TV

"A compelling drama. Robin Williams’ acting will astonish you."

- Jeffrey Lyons, SNEAK PREVIEWS

"Robin Williams blazes like a poetry-spewing comet. One of the best American movies of the year."

- Michael Wilmington, L.A. TIMES

BLURBS

Robin Williams’ acclaimed performance would be a great addition to your student program.

Don’t miss student favorite Robin Williams in his critically acclaimed performance.