
To Kill a Mockingbird

Except perhaps for Capt. Ahab in Moby Dick, no role is more memorable than Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch in this courtroom drama set in Depression era South. As true to Harper Lee's original text as possible, we imagine she is the narrator giving us the details from her childhood. Jean Louise Finch, aka "Scout," reflects on an event so powerful and controversial that her young mind can barely grasp the full weight of its meaning. As much as this is her story, she shares it with her brother Jem, some of which is his coming of age. Together with their friend Dill, and a whole town of diverse characters, we see how truth, fairness, and honesty battle with lies, prejudice, and bitterness.
A must see for anyone interested in legal drama -- this is comparable to any "Law & Order" episode, with some twists and turns along the way. An extra on the version I purchased is the "making of" segment - a bit wordy at times, but sprinkled with sit, and with excellent commentaries from the actors, director, and others connected with the film.
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