description Mr. Holland's Opus Overview
Mr. Holland’s Opus depicts the life of Glenn Holland, a high school music teacher portrayed by Richard Dreyfuss. He navigates career challenges alongside his family, including a deaf son and marital difficulties, while pursuing musical composition. The film features a supporting cast including Glenne Headly and William H.
Macy.
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info Mr. Holland's Opus Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1995 |
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Why does Glenn Holland become a teacher instead of a composer?
Glenn takes a job at John F. Kennedy High School expecting the schedule to leave time for composing. The job becomes his life's work as decades of students gradually take priority over the symphony he planned to write.
How does Cole's deafness affect Mr. Holland?
Glenn initially struggles with the fact that his son cannot hear music in the way he does. Their relationship begins to heal when Glenn learns more sign language and performs John Lennon's Beautiful Boy for Cole.
Does Mr. Holland ever finish his opus?
Yes, the composition is performed at the school after budget cuts force Glenn into retirement. Former student Gertrude Lang, now governor of Oregon, returns to conduct a large group of his past pupils.
Was Richard Dreyfuss nominated for an Oscar for Mr. Holland's Opus?
Yes, Dreyfuss received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for playing Glenn Holland. The film was released in 1995 and directed by Stephen Herek.
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