# Mr. Holland's Opus (1995)

> A frustrated composer discovers that decades spent teaching music can become the masterpiece of his life.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1406

## Facts

- Runtime: 143 min
- Genres: Drama, Music
- Director: Stephen Herek
- Cast: Richard Dreyfuss, Glenne Headly, Jay Thomas, Olympia Dukakis, William H. Macy, Alicia Witt, Terrence Howard, Damon Whitaker
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0113862/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: warm, nostalgic, sincere, lazy sunday, teacher appreciation viewing

## Synopsis

A passionate music teacher discovers the true meaning of success through his students' growth and love for music.

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