Review of Dead Poets Society (1989) by Ryne H — 10 Apr 2012

Since when are students THIS enthusiastic an melodramatic in real life?

This review of Dead Poets Society (1989) was written by Ryne H on 10 Apr 2012.

Dead Poets Society has generally received very positive reviews.

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