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To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) -- 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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Director:
Robert Mulligan
Writers:
Harper Lee (novel)
Horton Foote (screenplay)
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Release Date:
25 December 1962 (USA) more
Genre:
Crime | Drama more
Tagline:
The most beloved and widely read Pulitzer Prize Winner now comes vividly alive on the screen! more
Plot:
Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge, and his kids against prejudice. full summary | full synopsis
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Awards:
Won 3 Oscars. Another 11 wins & 12 nominations more
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(38 articles)
Film School 101: Protagonists
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User Comments:
One of the most memorable and wonderful movies of the 20th century. more (335 total)

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Runtime:
129 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Mono (Westrex Recording System)
Certification:
USA:Approved (PCA #20267) | Canada:A (Nova Scotia) | UK:A (original rating) | UK:PG (video rating) | Iceland:12 | Portugal:M/12 | USA:Not Rated (DVD) | Germany:12 (DVD rating) | Australia:PG | Canada:G (Quebec) | Canada:PG (Manitoba/Ontario) | Finland:K-16 | South Korea:12 | Sweden:15 | West Germany:12 (f)
Filming Locations:
Monroeville, Alabama, USA more

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The character of Dill is purportedly based upon Truman Capote, who had been a childhood friend of Harper Lee when he was sent to live with relatives in Lee's hometown each summer. Truman Capote, in turn, based one of his characters in his literary work "Other Voices, Other Rooms" upon his recollection of Harper Lee. more
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Crew or equipment visible: During the opening credits, when the marbles are rolling, several members of the camera crew are reflected in the marble. more
Quotes:
[about Atticus]
Miss Maudie Atkinson: He can do plenty of things... He can make somebody's will so airtight you can't break it. You count your blessings and stop complaining, both of you. Thank your stars he has the sense to act his age.
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Spoofed in The Simpsons: Virtual Springfield (1997) (VG) more

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90 out of 122 people found the following comment useful.
One of the most memorable and wonderful movies of the 20th century., 3 February 2001
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Author: mmr820 from Houston, TX

"To Kill A Mockingbird" is truly a much loved and critically-acclaimed film. It is a perfect portrayal of childhood innocence, racial prejudice, moral tolerance and courage. No other words can describe this film except marvellous. The film is so wonderfully done that the audience actually feels as if they were in Alabama during the 1930s. This is a must see for anyone of any age.

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