The Green Mile

 (Movie, 1999)

This movie is one of my favorites of all time. The book is an ultimate favorite, too. Stephen King sure writes great stuff! I read the book in high school (I think) before I watched the movie. Frank Darabont made a really great adaptation of the book. It was really impressive. I was disappointed though when I didn’t see my favorite part of the book. It was when John Coffey, upon his final prayer (or something) recited a child’s prayer.

 "Baby Jesus, meek and mild, pray for me, and orphan child. Be my strength, be my friend, be with me until the end. Amen."

I remember crying my heart out in upon reading this part. I was disappointed not to see it in the movie. There were some differences and alterations but they're acceptable given a film's limitations over a book. In conclusion, the movie was superb!  Perfect cast, perfect acting! I still cry everytime I watch it. And everytime, I still wonder why Michael Duncan Clark didn’t get an Academy.

Casting & Acting:       10.0

Cinematography:       10.0

Overall Production:    10.0

Plot/Story:               10.0

Rating:                  10.00