What a great film

Rating: 9/10 (27 August 2005)

I saw this film for the first time in my late 20's and wasn't sure if I would like it without any major special effects or huge production costs. What I found was a story about morality and justice and the fact that justice isn't always done. This film touched me in many ways and showed how one honorable man can make a difference in the world. This film was made before the civil rights movement really took off in America and yet takes a great stand for the rights of the individual. The fact that the story is told from the perspective of Atticus Finch's daughter was a great twist. The mixture of real life problems with the wonders of a child's summer vacation give this film a great "American" feel. I highly recommend this film.