LAST NIGHT, THERE was an open-air screening of Dead Poets Society in Merrion Square following the death of Robin Williams.

At the climax of the film – the O Captain, My Captain scene as Robin Williams leaves the classroom and the boys stand on tables – something very special happened.

Standing ovation for Robin Williams to finish the night off...a magical night. proud to be part of it. @Happenings1 pic.twitter.com/qMftORAVBh — JigsawYMH (@JigsawYMH) August 14, 2014 Source: Headstrong /Twitter

The whole crowd got to their feet as Williams left the room.

Many people recited the famous closing lines of the movie.

Eoin Kernan captured the emotional standing ovation on video:

What a moment.

The screening was organised by Happenings Dublin, with all proceeds going to the Pieta House charity for those in suicidal distress.

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