Of Mice and Men (PG-13) 7.5

Of Mice and Men (1992): Two drifters, one a gentle but slow giant, try to make money working the fields during the Depression so they can fulfill their dreams. (7.6)

Director: Gary Sinise
Writers: John Steinbeck (novel), Horton Foote (screenplay)
Stars: John Malkovich, Gary Sinise, Ray Walston

The main story is about two characters who have to go from place to place looking for work in a very tough time. But the real story is about people, the connections, human character, and how they relate to each other. We encounter all sorts in this movie and each one makes his or her presence known, for good or ill, on the screen and in the hearts of the audience. While the timeline is from a bygone era, the characters fit nicely into today's society. The acting is superb; even by those who play the minor supporting roles. Who knew that a simple story about a couple of farm hands could invoke this many emotions! This really is great storytelling. My Rating: 7.5