Dead Poets Society
Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke
Maverick teacher John Keating returns in 1959 to the prestigious New England boys' boarding school where he was once a star student, using poetry to embolden his pupils to new heights of self-expression.
Why you'll love it
While not about poetry slams, the film emphasizes the power of poetry to inspire and change lives.
Louder Than a Bomb
Kevin Coval, Adam Gottlieb, Elizabeth Graf
By turns hopeful and heartbreaking, Louder Than a Bomb follows the fortunes of four Chicago-area high school poetry teams as they prepare for and compete in the world's largest youth slam.
Why you'll love it
This documentary follows the journey of four high school poetry teams as they prepare for and compete in the world's largest youth slam.
Slam
Saul Williams, Sonja Sohn, Bonz Malone
Grand Jury Prize, 1998 Sundance Film Festival. A talented youth (Saul Williams) copes with urban crime and despair by competing in poetry slams. Sonja Sohn of "The Wire" costars.
Why you'll love it
The film revolves around the concept of poetry slams, showcasing the power of words and performance.
So I Married an Axe Murderer
Mike Myers, Nancy Travis, Anthony LaPaglia
A San Francisco poet who fears commitment suspects his girlfriend may have a knack for killing off her significant others.
Why you'll love it
The film's protagonist is a poet who regularly performs at a local coffee shop.
Poetic Justice
Janet Jackson, Tupac Shakur, Regina King
Grieving hairdresser Justice goes on a road trip from South Central L.A. to Oakland on a mail truck alongside her friend and an obnoxious postal worker.
Why you'll love it
The film's protagonist is a poet, and the film features several poetry readings.