A beautiful and spontaneous tribute was made to actor Robin Williams at an outdoor screening of Dead Poets Society in Dublin’s Merrion Square last night.
As the film drew to a close, members of the 1,000-strong audience began to take to their feet – a poignant nod to its final scene.
O Captain, My Captain. The crowd at #Happenings stands for Robin Williams in Dublin. @happenings1 https://t.co/FqYggy53HL
— Alan Regan (@alan_regan) August 14, 2014
In one of his more famous roles, Williams plays a maverick English teacher who inspires his students through poetry.
Some people even recited the famous closing lines from the film:
1000 people chanting #ohcaptainmycaptain was #mindblowing! Thanks @Happenings1 for an inspiring #DeadPoetsSociety event! #outdoorcinema
— Jennifer Ronan (@jennyronan) August 15, 2014
The moment was captured by Eoin Kiernan and while there isn’t much to see you can undoubtedly feel the love and emotion. Just watch:
The screening was organised by Happenings Dublin with all proceeds from the event going to Pieta House, who helps those in suicidal distress.
If you are experiencing emotional distress or feeling suicidal please call the Samaritans on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org.
