"Dead Poet's Society".
Date Submitted: 09/10/2006 02:42:56
Category: / Social Sciences / Controversial Issues
Length: 2 pages (441 words)
Category: / Social Sciences / Controversial Issues
Length: 2 pages (441 words)
The theme of carpe diem is represented in the film, "Dead Poet's Society", through the theme of individualism and freedom. Professor Keating, the replacement English society, introduces the idea of individualism and free thinking to the seven boys, "I thought the purpose of education was to learn to think for yourself." helping them realize that although authority can, and must always act as a guide, one can only find his true identity within himself. This …
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…boys exactly what to be, making them conform to society. However, Keating challenges these "pillars", showing that he is a "rebel", an open-minded person. The ideals and beliefs of the society (the school) shown in the film contrast those of carpe diem, establishing a conflict between the boys, who wish to be free and live life to the fullest, and the school and their parents, who want them to conform to specific ideals and beliefs.
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