In this heartfelt drama directed by Stephen Herek, Richard Dreyfuss stars as a passionate musician who takes up a teaching job to support his family, only to discover a profound calling in shaping the lives of his students. Over the course of several decades, he faces personal and professional challenges, including the struggle to connect with his deaf son. The film beautifully explores themes of dedication, sacrifice, and the impact of a teacher’s influence. Richard Dreyfuss’s performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.