Without having to compare.

Rating: Null/10 (25 June 2002)

This film is one of the most powerful, moving stories to have ever touched my heart. It is one of those living examples of art that can truly cross over into people's minds and souls and actually make a difference in their lives.
It would be sinful to compare this to any other movie or story, because it is in itself a very complete experience and deserves an undiluted appreciation for what it is.
Even though I am from a different culture, the story was simple and went straight to my heart, and after so many years, I really wonder why America went from movies of this purity to some absolute rubbish that it produces today. I am all for entertainment, but I am also for purity. I can take a pure, mindless comedy, but not a shallow emotional "ride" that some films these days attempt to pack in. Are American film schools showing "To Kill a Mocking Bird" to its students?
I would be shocked if anybody could see this film and still went on to make stupid films.
Congratulations to Harper Lee and to each and every cast and crew member that made this film. The world is a better place for all of you having graced it.