Review of Dead Poets Society (1989) by Caroline E — 04 Jan 2018

One of only two movies I have watched that brought me to tears by the end. I loved it.

This review of Dead Poets Society (1989) was written by Caroline E on 04 Jan 2018.

Dead Poets Society has generally received very positive reviews.

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