USA,
1989, 128 min
(Alternative: 124 min)
Directed by:
Peter WeirScreenplay:
Tom SchulmanCinematography:
John SealeComposer:
Maurice JarreCast:
Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke, Josh Charles, Gale Hansen, Dylan Kussman, Allelon Ruggiero, James Waterston, Norman Lloyd, Kurtwood Smith (more)VOD (4)
Plots(1)
When charismatic English professor John Keating (Robin Williams) arrives at a strict boys academy, his unconventional teaching methods breathe new life into the curriculum steeped in tradition. With his wit and wisdom, Keating inspires his students to pursue individual passions and make their lives extraordinary. (Disney / Buena Vista)
Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1990 - Tom Schulman (Best Original Screenplay)
- 1990 - Best Motion Picture of the Year
- 1990 - Peter Weir (Best Achievement in Directing)
- 1990 - Robin Williams (Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role)
British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)
- 1990 - Best Film
- 1990 - Maurice Jarre (Best Music)
- 1990 - Peter Weir (Best Director)
- 1990 - Robin Williams (Best Leading Actor)
- 1990 - Tom Schulman (Best Original Screenplay)
- 1990 - Best Editing
César Awards
- 1991 - Best Foreign Film
Golden Globes
- 1990 - Best Motion Picture – Drama
- 1990 - Peter Weir (Best Director)
- 1990 - Tom Schulman (Best Screenplay)
- 1990 - Robin Williams (Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama)
Warsaw International Film Festival
- 1990 - Peter Weir (Audience Award - Feature)