Note to director- stick with "Mighty Ducks" type movies

Rating: Null/10 (3 March 1999)

I received this movie along with one of those big tins of cheese, carmel, and buttered popcorn from a company Christmas raffle. I enjoyed the popcorn much, much more. I never felt any affection for Mr. Holland. He comes across as a selfish and egotistical little man. This guy treats his deaf son like a leper all his life and one sappy scene about John Lennon's death and we are supposed to believe their relationship is repaired. Also, Mr. Holland falls in love with a 17 year old student, lies to his wife about it and contemplates leaving with her for NYC. The ending is so unoriginal, I had to laugh. WH Macy's talent is totally wasted. "Mr. Holland's Opus" is sore on the eyes and ears.