![]() In Peter Weir’s Dead Poets Society, Robin Williams portrays a charismatic English teacher at Welton boarding school for boys, known by students past (Keating himself an alumnus) and present as “Hellton.” Needless to say, the level of discipline is truly harsh, and teaching style is steeped in tradition, repetition and sternness. Miss Honey, having experienced Miss Trunchball’s wrath throughout her own childhood, is a crutch for all those she teaches, but her sheer wonder at Matilda’s intelligence followed by the realisation of her damaging home life is what deems her as the more pure and caring primary school teacher, and eventual new (and much better) guardian of Matilda. ![]() The relationship between Matilda and Miss Honey is even more meaningful when you realize the impact they have on each other’s lives is mutual - thanks to Matilda, Miss Honey finds the courage to stand up to Miss Trunchball, who has tormented her since she was young. By recognising Matilda’s potential and believing in her ability, she sets her free from her domestic hell-loop, and brings to life all the inspirational lessons Matilda has learnt from her reading. Not being academically gifted themselves, they see both Matilda and Miss Honey’s intelligence as a threat, perhaps due to Mr Wormwood’s (Danny DeVito) reliance on “suckers” as a dodgy car salesman. Miss Honey (Embeth Davidtz) is arguably one of the most celebrated teachers in both literature and cinema and Davidtz plays her with enough sweetness and sincerity to melt even Miss Trunchball’s (Pam Ferris) heart.Īlthough she is very intelligent and always seems to have her head in a book, Matilda’s parents don’t want her to go to school. What better way to commend this oft-underappreciated profession by giving a toast to some of the most iconic teachers in contemporary cinema?ĭanny DeVito’s Matilda is a tale known by most of a mistreated intelligent young girl who realises she has telekinetic powers, using them to protect herself and her friends from the hurtful adults in her life. These educators can have a profound impact on their pupils, perhaps more so than they are given credit for. Away from parents and domestic spheres for the majority of each week leaves students in the capable hands of their teachers. It can bring about a longing for more innocent and simplistic times, and for years it is our main source of socialisation outside of the home. ![]() School can evoke floods of different emotions and open old wounds. The amount of time spent in classrooms as children is quite staggering when reflected upon in adulthood. ![]()
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