19 heartfelt dramas you must watch if you loved Dead Poets Society 

Saoirse Ronan in Lady Bird | Image via A24
Saoirse Ronan in Lady Bird | Image via A24

18) The Emperor’s Club (2002)

Kevin Kline in The Emperor's Club | Image via Universal Pictures
Kevin Kline in The Emperor's Club | Image via Universal Pictures

This drama is directed by Michael Hoffman and is based on Ethan Canin's story The Palace Thief. The film follows the story of a dedicated and principled history teacher named Mr. Hundert, played by Kevin Kline, who works at a boys' boarding school. He believes in instilling values of integrity and honour in his students until a rich kid’s cheating scandal tests his ideals. Just like Dead Poets Society, the film explores the themes of moral integrity and mentorship.

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