The classic film To Kill A Mockingbird is my all-time favorite movie. I have it recorded and can’t hit delete. I own it on DVD. I watch it any time and every time I come across it on TV. I used to play Jem and Scout and Atticus with childhood friends, pretending to impart simple fairness in our make-believe world.
Today, I am thankful for the attention the To Kill A Mockingbird movie is getting for its 50th anniversary.
In 1962, Gregory Peck brought Atticus Finch to life. Through his portayal, moviegoers are reminded that, although good and evil coexist in the world, good will ultimately triumph. Through the eyes of innocent children, we see the impact of social and racial injustice. This simple black and white movie has stood the test of time, and its deep cultural impact continues through the anniversary attention.
Tonight, movie theaters across the country are offering a one-time showing on the big screen.
I have my ticket and can’t wait to see it again.
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Below are some classic quotes from To Kill A Mockingbird. If you can’t make tonight’s showing, please pick up a copy of the book and read it.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view… Until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.
I wanted you to see what real courage is, instead of getting the idea that courage is a man with a gun in his hand. It’s when you know you’re licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and see it through no matter what.
I think there’s just one kind of folks. Folks.
You just hold your head high and keep those fists down. No matter what anybody says to you, don’t you let ’em get your goat. Try fightin’ with your head for a change.
