William, who was once a celebrated author teaches Jamal what his true potential is. Jamal becomes more self-assured and realizes that he deserves a higher education, that where he comes from should have no bearing on who he will be. William became a recluse after he wrote one successful novel and was unable to publish anything afterwards. When he met Jamal he was able to slowly become more social and realize his own potential as a teacher.
It's an excellent film about the power