Just a great film

Rating: 8/10 (11 October 2012)

I found it a very powerful film. Interestingly, film critics like Ebert appear to not like this film that much. Indeed, its simplicity does not bode well for film critics.
Cute kiddies are always a good bonus as well. A story told through their eyes becomes more powerful as it contrasts the aggression of the adults with the innocence of the children and the impact of the unjust prosecution of the "negro" on the lives of the children at school and home.
Overall, very enjoyable film, though a bit simple at times. Has an epic speech in the end as well. That surely added a point to my vote.
I will have to include it as one of my top 100 favorite films.