Definitely deserves a top 10 rating

Rating: Null/10 (6 July 2004)

I have seen this movie dozens of times and thoroughly enjoy it each time. I've seen people commenting that this is simply a remake of an earlier film, and I don't see how one can come to that conclusion. The original work was in the form of a novelette by Stephen King, part of the book "Different Seasons." You may also remember the movie "Stand By Me" which was adapted from that same book. Being that I am a fan of King's work, I originally had high hopes for this movie. Often I am disappointed after having read a book and then going to see the film version. Not so in this case.
The filming location was here in Mansfield, Ohio, and the Reformatory used for much of the filming is an historical site which offers tours (it is also rumored to be haunted, but you can believe what you wish.)