[Classic Film] Number Four - The Green Mile

Trailer:

Information:

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Release Date: 3rd March 2000

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Director: Frank Darabont 

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Writer: Stephen King (Novel) - Frank Darabont (Screenplay)

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Cast: Tom Hanks - Michael Clarke Duncan - Bonnie Hunt - Michael Jetter - David Morse - James Cromwell - Doug Hutchison

Famous Quotes:

1) 'John Coffey ma'am, Like the drink, only not spelt the same'

2) 'Do you leave the light on after bedtime?'

3) 'Percy Wetmore do a dance, listen to him squishing in his pants'

4) 'Ohhhhh, hes a-cooking now...'

5) 'He kill 'em with their love, thats how it is ever-day, thats how it is all over the world'

6) 'Its like pieces of glass inside me head'

7) 'I think this boys cheese slid off his cracker' 

8) 'Mr Jingles, that his name, he whispered it in my ear' 

9) 'You might wanna reconsider getting in the cell with this one Paul...He's enormous' 

10) 'Dead man, dead man walking' 

11) 'Give him to me, their might still be time'

12) 'Please boss, don't put that thing over my head, I is afraid of the dark' 

Explanation:

'The Green Mile', based on Stephen King's novel of the same name, is a film that follows the story of the guards and inmates living and working on death row. The guard's lives take an unexpected turn when a new inmate arrives, and they discover he possess very special abilities.

The narrative of 'The Green Mile' flows brilliantly, being split between the main story and several other sub-plots that eventually collide - a trait typical of Stephen King's work. The direction, performances and screen chemistry throughout is excellent, resulting in a film that has become one of the worlds most popular dramas.

Considering the film was original written by Stephen King, it is strange to learn that 'The Green Mile' is not a horror film. In parts it is chilling, and the famous scene I posted above was considered to be graphic, but most would see it as a Crime Drama. The film became famous due to it's empowering and moving scenes, as well as its Oscar-Nominated performance from Michael Clarke Duncan and writing from Frank Darabont.

Awards:

Oscar Wins:

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Oscar Nominations:

Best Actor In A Supporting Role: Michael Clarke Duncan

Best Picture

Best Sound

Best Writing, Screen Play based on another material

BAFTA Wins:

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Golden Globe Wins:

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Golden Globe Nominations:

Best Supporting Actor: Michael Clarke Duncan       

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