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| Universal Pictures | Release Date: December 25, 1962 |
Starring:
Gregory Peck
Summary:
Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge, and his kids against prejudice.
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Few films have caught the special feel and rhythms of childhood so well, with such uncondescending warmth and humor. And few bring out more powerfully the themes of anti-racism and the virtues and joys of community and family. [20 Apr 2007, p.C5]
As Mulligan so deftly demonstrates, the story is in the characters, their failings and fragility, their heroism and nobility of spirit. It's in the depiction of heart-breaking cruelty and heart-warming humanity. It's in the innocence of a child's world overshadowed by the evil that adults do.
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The movie is part eerie Southern gothic and part Hollywood self-congratulation for its enlightened racial attitudes.
Jan 21, 2021
The adaption of one of the most famous books ever written, is nothing short of exceptional.
The casting of Peck as Atticus Finch is perfect, The script is as tight as the book and it's impact as profound.
Must see
The casting of Peck as Atticus Finch is perfect, The script is as tight as the book and it's impact as profound.
Must see
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Aug 14, 2019
Based upon literary opus of Harper Lee, the quest for justice of a idealist advocate in the Depression age, in the prejudiced south of US, through the eyes of the innocence of childhood. Gregory Peck in one his essential performances. A must to see before you die.
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Nov 5, 2019
Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch is one of the greatest performances of all time. This character alone is enough to make this filma masterpiece. The remainder of the film is great. Good pacing, acting, and cinematography make this film great.
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Feb 28, 2019
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Apr 12, 2021
Great storytelling. Great cast. Timeless movie. I wish I had given this movie an earlier chance when I was younger. Humans acting on their emotions and fears from the Depression 30's still rings true today.
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Aug 12, 2019
Retaining the core elements of its source material, “To Kill A Mockingbird” is a successful adaptation all around. On its own, it stands tall thanks to the powerful court scene, its accurate depiction of childhood, and its terrific acting, especially by Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch.
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Dec 13, 2019
This and the book have the same problem and it hurts me to see so many like this movie.
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