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Outstanding in every respect
Frank Darabont's second film since The Shawshank Redemption, another adaptation from a Stephen King story, The Green Mile is concerned with good and evil, hope and resilience against unspeakable odds and the power of the human heart. This is an intense film, finding myself emotionally drained as the last credits rolled, though unmistakably open to the fact that miracles, in one form or another, can an do occur.

Although The Green Mile refers to the lime green linoleum floor in a death-row cellblock, this is not just another prison story but a sensitive supernatural thriller designed to move the human spirit. John Coffey, an African American giant, has been accused and found guilty of a terrible crime - the rape and murder of two young girls. Coffey is found holding the two dead girls in his arms, crying and wailing that he "can't take it back." He arrives at Cold Mountain Penitentiary in chains to await his execution by electric chair. As the film progresses, we discover that the giant, John Coffey has a special gift, and wonder how such a gentle man with a miracle gift can be a child killer.

Tom Hanks performance as the head guard, Paul Edgecomb, is subtle and moving, as he begins to realize his own sense of spirit and humanity. We see this humanity in action when he and the other guards risk their jobs to sneak John Coffey out of death row to help a friend in dire need. The scenes that follow are extraordinary as we witness the power of Coffey and the miraculous transformation of the Warden's wife.

Aside from Hanks and Michael Clarke Duncan's (John Coffey) outstanding performances, the field mouse, Mr. Jingles, stole the show in his many scenes, outsmarting everyone with his tricks and incredible disappearing acts throughout the film.

Director and writer Frank Darabont surprised the world with his directorial debut The Shawshank Redemption. This is a film one never tires of and can be viewed many times and continue to be inspired by the beauty of the human spirit. The Green Mile really cannot be compared with Shawshank, as they are entirely different stories, however both touch on similar themes - hope, resilience and overcoming diversity despite incredible odds.

One looks forward to Frank Darabont's next project, as Shawshank and Green Mile are unquestionably films that will become classics and remain favourites for years to come.





Michael Clark Duncan was amazing
This movie was a monster (3 hours long) but man o man was it excellent. Michael Clark Duncan's depiction of John Coffey was mind blowing and most of the script came right out of the Stephen King novel. Duncan's performance was so poignant I was trying hard not to cry throughout the whole movie. It was especially tough when he sat down in the electric chair and begged the hood not to be put over his eyes. It was a great movie but I recommend that you read the book before watching it.

It's a masterpeice
First of all it's a great movie.I saw it i think 2 months ago. My friend has the DVD.Tom Hanks does it again .Great acting.Great story.Great everything.Except theres one thing not great.Sad ending.I am not going to ruin the movie and tell you why it's sad.I like Mr.Jingles.If you havn't seen it you'll love it.If you've seen The Shawshank Redemtion it's kinda the same not really.Thats what I got to say about The Green Mile

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