It's Shawshank-arific!

Rating: Null/10 (12 December 1999)

Right away, let me just say that this movie IS NOT as good as American Beauty or Shawshank Redemption. Nevertheless, it is still an extremely good product.
Though a little slow at times, rest assured that The Green Mile is a very good film. The direction alone will give you a reason not to be board during the 3 hour watching time. Given it's not as good as Shawshank Redemption, but hey, that's a very high standard. Hanks plays his part well, and don't be surprised when Michael Duncan picks up his Oscar for Best Supporting Actor this year. His performance was nothing short of sublime.
One complaint; this is the 3rd movie I've seen that begins and ends with an old person reflecting on their past. First Titanic, then Saving Private Ryan, and now this. What kind of goofy Hollywood trend is this?