As a fight for self worth rampages through the students of Welton Academy, support is found from the new, liberal-minded english teacher, Mr. Keating. The halls of this school'tell the story of a youthful, tragic romance between the willful Neil Perry and Todd Anderson. By route of loss and triumph, the boys find their way in a world unwanting of individuality and self expression through written word and risky choices, and are met finally with a chance for a path of nonconformity.