Buena Vista Home Entertainment is preparing a Special Edition of Peter Weir’s fabulous film Dead Poets Society for release in January.

Academy Award(R)-winner Robin Williams delivers a brilliant performance in one of Hollywood’s most compelling and thought-provoking motion pictures. Williams portrays passionate English professor John Keating who, in an age of crew cuts, sports coats, and cheerless conformity, inspires his students to live life to the fullest, exclaiming … “Carpe Diem, lads! Seize the day. Make your lives extraordinary!” This charismatic teacher’s emotionally charged challenge is met by his students with irrepressible enthusiasm — changing their lives forever. Magnificently directed by Peter Weir (THE TRUMAN SHOW), “Dead Poets Society” earned unparalleled praise among audiences and critics alike. Discover for yourself what all the cheering is about!

The release will contain a Commentary Track by director Peter Weir and his writing and cinematography team. Also included is “Raw Takes,” a selection of Uncut, Deleted Scenes.

A new Retrospective Featurette on the making of the movie will also be included, featuring new interviews with cast and crew members. Additionally Featurette called “Master Of Sound: Alana Splet” will be included, as well as a Cinematography Master Class.

“Dead Poets Society” is slated for a January 17 release and will carry a low $19.99 price tag.