Excellant movie following closely to Stephen King's book.

Rating: 10/10 (18 December 1999)

I saw this movie last Monday, and fell in love it and all the characters. I read the book several years ago when it was first published, and was amazed at how closely it followed the novel. I re-read the book over the past week just to find out the few differences, then saw the movie again. The few changes that were made for the movie I found to be done it great taste and beneficial for the pleasure of the viewer. I plan on seeing it at least one more time in the theaters, and that is a true rarity for me. Also, at the end (I won't spoil it for you) I actually shed a tear. I NEVER cry and movies, and my friend caught me tearing up at this one and now will never let me forget it. I felt that Tom Hanks gave a wonderful performance (as did all of the actors and actresses) however my favorite character was Percy Wetmore played by Doug Hutchison. Hutchinson was magnificent, and I think he has now gone into my own mental database of favorite actors because of how wonderful he was in this piece. I suggest everyone who has read the book go and any one else who just wants to see an excellent movie too!