The History Boys

The History Boys2006

The History Boys is a 2006 British film about an unruly class of gifted and charming teenage boys who pursue sex, sport, and higher education. more »



Hector:
Pass the parcel. That's sometimes all you can do. Take it, feel it, and pass it on. Not for me, not for you, but for someone, somewhere, one day. Pass it on, boys. That's the game I want you to learn. Pass it on.

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  • Buzzard
    All us teachers have to fall back on these brilliant and moving words.....pass the baton to the next runner in the relay of life
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