The film that inspired me the most as a teenager..in a word, wonderful!

Rating: 10/10 (10 July 2004)

With director Peter Weir at the helm, here's a truly terrific film that's stood the test of time very well. Beautifully crafted with standout performances from Robin Williams(as the unconventional English professor), Ethan Hawke & Robert Sean Leonard, the film celebrates individuality and all those who want to "seize the day" and live life to the full.
Full of warmth, wit and real perception, it's a joy from first to last though inevitably very poignant too as befits anything advocating an unequivocal embracing of all that life has to offer. I already wanted to write when I first saw this film in 1990 and it confirmed my career choice. I could wax lyrical about this all day but no, just watch it!