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

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Saoirse Ronan in Lady Bird | Image via A24

16) To Sir, with Love (1967)

Sydney Poitier in To Sir, With Love | Image via Sony Pictures Entertainment

This 1967 British drama tells the story of Mark Thackeray, played by Sydney Poitier, an engineer-turned-teacher, who joins a school in London. Initially, his students are uninterested in learning, seeing this, Poitier's Thackeray decides to scrap the traditional curriculum and instead teaches them about life skills and respect. Over time, he earns their trust and respect, transforming their attitudes and lives. The story highlights the power of a compassionate and dedicated teacher to make a positive impact on students' lives.