“The soul of a great nation is expressed in the life of its humblest people.”
The Good Earth (1937)
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Dead Poets Society
This Academy Award winning script demonstrates the dangers of encouraging lifestyles that differ from the prevailing winds of present-day culture. Robin Williams is brilliant as teacher John Keating, a man who wants his students to challenge the status quo, embrace life, and pursue their own unique interests. This is a moving story that generates late evening discussions on the true role of teaching in a world of change.
“We're not laughing at you. We're laughing near you.”
“I thought the purpose of education was to learn to think for yourself.”
"No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world."
"But only in their dreams can men be truly free. 'Twas always thus and always thus will be."
“If you listen real close, you can hear them whisper their legacy to you. Go on, lean in. Listen, you hear it? Carpe diem, seize the day boys, make your lives extraordinary.”
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