Review of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) by Mega M — 07 Oct 2008
Look, I know we don't like to admit it when we're teenagers ... but the books and movies that they MAKE us watch -- they make us watch 'em for a reason. I remember yawning my way through my "To Kill a Mockingbird" assignments. I suspect that attitude comes from being forced to read something rather than being able to enjoy a story at one's own time and pace -- but my point is this: "To Kill a Mockingbird" is, in my opinion, one of the very finest pieces of American literature ever written.
But I'm no expert on literature, so let's turn the spotlight onto the 1962 adaptation of Harper Lee's classic story.
T only takes about 15 minutes of running time before you realize what an earnest and heartfelt labor of love this project was.
And I suppose that's a good reason why, over 30 years later, the movie is still considered one of the finest ever made. It's a story about honor and bravery, memory and regret, decency and determination. Basically it's the very best courtroom drama I've ever seen;.
This review of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) was written by Mega M on 07 Oct 2008.
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington has generally received very positive reviews.
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