The Mighty (DVD, 1999)

My daughter saw this movie in her English class and loved it so much she wanted me to see it. It is an excellent story about overcoming obstacles in life. I recommend The Mighty for all ages.

This is an amazing film, although few people I know have heard of it. I watched this movie for the first time when I was at a church retreat in high school. I was amazed at what a great movie it was, and I wanted other people to see it, as well. I especially loved the King Arthur fantasy aspect, although this is not a fantasy film. The soundtrack is done by Sting, and the DVD includes the can't-miss music video.

Really, the only thing I can think of that I don't like about this film is that only the adults are promoted, and they are not as important as the boys. This was probably because the producer may not have wanted it to look like a kids movie. Sharon Stone isn't even one of the main characters, and she is the only name on the cover. The two boys are barely visible on the cover or mentioned in the major reviews. I will tell you myself that Elden Henson does an outstanding job in his role as Max, and Kieran Culkin handles a very difficult role like a pro.

I recommend this film to anyone and everyone between the ages of 12 and 112. Sometimes we just need to be reminded that it doesn't matter what lies on the outside. The real hero is within us.

“The Mighty” is a movie based on a young-adult novel written by Rodman Philbrick which has two titles Freak the Mighty and The Mighty. It is a great book to read, I teach it as a novel unit each spring with my 6th,7th,& 8th graders. Then we which the movie.
The movie is a rousing, heartfelt adventure in which two young outcasts become special friends. They make up for each other's weaknesses and become something special together.
Max (Elden Henson) is an oversized 13-year-old with size 14 shoes who gives the outward appearance of being slow-witted and surly. Kevin (Kieran Culkin) is a tiny hunchback in leg braces who suffers from a growth disorder and whose razor-sharp wit and wiseguy attitude repeatedly get him in trouble.
Neither boy is ever going to win any popularity contests; the other kids call them "Frankenstein and Igor."
Directed with sensitivity and wit by Peter Chelsom, the film is adapted from Freak the Mighty, a popular young-adult novel by Rodman Philbrick.
The cast is peppered with notables, including Sharon Stone as Kevin's single-parent mother, Gena Rowlands and Harry Dean Stanton as Max's caretaking grandparents, and James Gandolfini as Max's ne'er-do-well hoodlum father.
But Culkin and Henson, as the unlikely but immensely likable young heroes, carry the film with wonderful performances.
The boys come together when Kevin decides to tutor Max in reading -- and since they work from a book about the legends of King Arthur, they begin dreaming of the daring deeds of Arthur's knights.
When the giant Max puts the tiny Kevin on his shoulders, they become "Freak the Mighty," and go off on mythical exploits. With no dragons to slay, they settle for saving a young woman from a purse-snatcher and forcing a bully to back down.
But when Max is kidnapped by his father, an escaped felon, the boys must team up to overcome a much more serious obstacle. Though this twist seems a bit melodramatic, it allows Max to confront the personal demons in his young life.
At first glance, The Mighty closely echoes the season's earlier film Simon Birch, another commendable tale of a tiny, disabled boy who is befriended by a fellow outcast.
But Simon Birch is told from an adult perspective, as a mature narrator examines his past. The Mighty is grittier and more immediate.
Both, however, offer the same worthwhile reminder: A special friendship is to be treasured.

This is a cute movie that tugs at the heart of the geek in all of us. Make sure you have your tissues ready. It is a wonderful story.

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I love this movie, one reason is that the story line is the same as other heartwarm movies that has drama, some action, and a sence of family and friendships. Two my daughter and I watch it together to the end, she cried and so did I when I saw here cring for the little guy with the big guy( I don`t know the names by memory).But it`s been six plus years the last time we saw this movie, I had to get it for my ollection. Thanks, sencerly Tyebo1

This is a wonderful family film. I recommend it to everyone. So heartwarming and delivers a powerful message of unconditional love and acceptance. It brings out the best in each one of us! Not to be missed!

We bought this video as part of the required summer reading for my daughter's school. She read the boook first and then watched the video to enhance the reading. The book followed the video pretty closely. The characters came to life while watching the video. It was hard not to fall in love with Max and Kevin. Both my daughter and myself cried at the end (we can't tell you why without giving it away). Two thumbs up from both of us. It held our attention from beginning to end. Of course we both recommend reading the book first!

This movie reminded me of some of the friendship themes of REMEMBER THE TITANS and STAND BY ME. The relationship that develops between the 2 boys seems both mythical and yet believable. Some of their adventures are laughable while others are poignant. Sting's song FREAK THE MIGHTY not only supports the action on screen but also strengthens the link between medieval fantasy and presentday life that the boys enjoy. Elden Henson is impressive as "Sir Max" and could be an excellent character actor for years to come.

I am honored to write a review for this excellent movie! I bought this for my Pastor's family as a Christmas gift. The story is one everyone can relate to. A 7th grader who is crippled befriends another 7th grader (who has been kept back a year because of learning difficulties) The crippled 7th grader becomes a tutor to the other and together they tackle life's problems including 'bullies.' I guess this is one of those movies that got lost to people because there is no sex in it. I highly recommend this, especially for family viewing. It's hard to believe that Sharon Stone is cast as the mother of one of the boys. She never takes her clothes off! An all-star cast to boot! Gena Rowland, Harry Dean Statton, Gillian Anderson, Kieren Caulkin.

This movie is a touching story about feeling different and alone and making a connection with someone through friendship equally different and alone. It shows these two boys go on to have numerous adventures together, despite their differences and enhancing each others lives until unfortunate circumstances stops one boys life short.

I like that this movie shows that you do not have to be who you were told you were your whole life. That with a little confidence, self esteem and power of someone who believes in you, you can break that mold and go on to be whoever you want to be. I think it's a great movie for young kids.

I decided to by this movie because my 13 year old son was reading the book in school and he wanted to see the movie as well. He loved both the book and the movie.

GREAT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. THE FILM IS BROKEN UP INTO SEVERAL DIFFERENT STORIES AND PLOTS. WITH STING DOING THE MUSIC SCORE ADDED TO MY ENJOYMENT.

This movie is an excellent way for both kids and adults to see what true friendship is! It is well done and still remains relevant even though it was made many years ago. My family, friends and I all enjoy watching it a lot!

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I love the movie The Mighty! Two boys meet, who are neighbors, and schoolmates.One is a repressed 'giant' of a boy, meets a boy of the same age who is physically handicapped and has to use braces to walk. The two together form a bond so strong they are willing to risk life and limb to rescue the other from danger.Freak, the handicapped boy, shares his fantasies with the giant, the Mighty, as he teaches him about reading,writing, and living life to the fullest.

I first saw this movie on Satellite TV... It is so beautiful, that I bought it on DVD... then I lent it to somebody, who never returned it, and I felt like I have lost an essential part of my DVD library. So I bought it again, and I am happy to have found it on E-bay at a very good price. But the price is not important. What is important is that I have my DVD again.

I love this story of a boy with a great mind in a sick body, and his friend who is not too bright, but bright enough to know what is Good and Bad. It is a little like Don Quixote, and a little like King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, and a great adventure.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, a great story and a good influence for good kids.

The Mighty is a phenomenal coming-of-age film portraying true heroism and friendship between teen-age boys. Sharon Stone's support is well-rendered, but the
raison d'etre here is to watch this film with your son (or daughter) and further instill values of compassion, understanding, guts and honesty. A real feel-great film artfully wrought and well-paced for adult sensibilities too. Bravo!

I like this movie because it is about young people over coming their disabilities. It was a tear jerker. The acting was really great also.

I LOVE this story! The movis was very well done compared to the book. The book is awesome and the move really did excellent justice to the book. Didn't change the story that much and kept it flowing very well. This is such a good story. I now have both the book and the movie.

I purchased this dvd for my daughter who read the original book in school as a freshman. The movie is awesome and has a great moral. For anyone with a heart, this will bring you to tears.