Dead Poets Society

Welton Academy, strict boarding school. Students in rigid environment; conformity emphasized.

Mr. Keating inspires: "Carpe Diem" – seize the day; theme of individuality and living fully.

Students introduced to new thinking; struggle with authoritarian school system; friendships forming.

Keating assigns unconventional tasks; students inspired, tensions with faculty rise.

Should they embrace self-expression or conform? Pressure from school and parents.

Students form Dead Poets Society; explore poetry, freedom, and self-identity.

Friendships and mentorship deepen; students grow in confidence; personal risks arise.

Creative and rebellious activities; poetry readings; personal growth; minor confrontations with authority.

Tragic events or school punishment; stakes high; inspiration challenged; students pushed to limits.

School and societal pressures intensify; peer and authority conflicts escalate.

Major consequence occurs; student tragedy or failure; hopelessness threatens their ideals.

Keating and students reflect; question value of their actions; emotional low.

Students rise to honor teacher’s influence; stand up for beliefs.

Confrontation with administration; final acts of courage and tribute to Keating.

Students show renewed confidence and individuality; mirror opening with growth and self-expression.