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Carol Jackson45 said:What do you people actually think would rattle a kid during those scenes? Kids raised on constant violence and over-the-top spectacles aren't going to be shaken by some mediocre electric chair. I highly doubt it...

Exactly. Granted, the fact remains that the violence in The Green Mile is far more grounded in reality, making it inherently more disturbing, but I suspect that’s just a level of nuance kids simply aren't equipped to grasp.

casualotter21 said:Facts. Sure, the violence in The Green Mile is way more grounded, which makes it hit harder, but I guess that's just a level of nuance kids can't wrap their heads around.

Actually, I think that’s exactly why they *can* get it—because it’s realistic. Honestly, forget all those Friday the 13th, Freddy, Terminator, and Dracula flicks; it was Bergmanov's "Scream and Bound" that actually messed me up when I was 14. 😁 (Don't ask how I even watched that at 14
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The real question is how much kids can actually empathize with the lead in The Green Mile, especially with so many distractions pulling them away from the heavy stuff (switching from fantasy to reality).

...ABC News ...
...March 25, 2005...
...evening...
...I can't even remember which specific show was on...
...The Green Mile...
...it's honestly one of those movies you just can't afford to miss...
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I’m with you on that 🙂

Honestly, you should just grab the book too 👍

If you ask me, this might be the best adaptation of any Stephen King book ever made. Then again, I'm just a massive Stephen King fan, so who am I to say? Maybe my take isn't exactly objective...

Haven't gotten around to reading the book yet, but I've seen the movie a few times and honestly? Could probably watch it again right 👍

Man, I’ve sat through this movie twice now—basically "wasted" over six hours of my life watching the exact same thing—and honestly? Zero regrets. When it comes to adaptations of Stephen King's work, "The Shining" definitely ranks as one of the absolute best. I remember reading somewhere that this flick is basically a guaranteed tear-jerker, which might be why I went into it with such massive expectations. My only gripe is that they leaned way too hard into Duncan's gloominess... by the time you hit the end of the movie (which is really when it matters most)
his sad little faces felt a bit much—kind of pathetic and not super convincing if I'm being real. Plus, the soundtrack could've been way more impactful; I mean, give me some violins that actually make me sob! I can't help but feel like if a different director had stepped in, this would've been even more legendary. But hey, even as it stands, it's still awesome.
What do you guys think though: does the sci-fi element of King's writing deserve such a huge role here (especially since the ending leans into that vibe)? Like, would the movie have actually been better without the sci-fi stuff, OR is that exact sci-fi twist what makes it so incredibly good and unique?

I finally sat down to watch the movie yesterday, and man, it was incredible. It’s got a three-hour runtime, but honestly, I wasn't bored for even a single second. The acting was top-notch and the plot really pulls you in. I found myself feeling genuinely heartbroken for the poor guy—I guess I'm just a huge softie when it comes to those kinds of stories. On the other hand, Percy is an absolute piece of work. Also, does anyone know how many pages are actually in the book? I'm trying to decide if it's even worth my time to pick it up and start reading.

So, I found myself revisiting The Green Mile yesterday, and honestly, it just hit me all over again. It’s one of those films that stays with you. I think it originally came out back in 1999, and I remember catching it on video almost immediately—probably around 2000—when I was maybe eleven years old. Even back then, it completely floored me. Reading through some of the older posts here about whether parents should let their kids watch it, I suppose I should mention that I wasn't actually that traumatized by all the intense, gritty stuff. I mean, I guess I could have been, but what really stuck with me—what truly left a mark—was Mr. Jingles. I vividly remember crying late last year when that awful Percy did what he did to him with the floorboards... it was just devastating. But, looking back, I feel like all that heavy violence didn't even bother me as much as it should have, mostly because the movie is crafted in such a way that it sort of pulls your attention away from the brutality and forces you to focus on the deeper moral dilemmas and the sheer absurdity of the situation instead. It’s just... well, there it is. 🙂

I didn't care for it at all. Honestly... It felt completely predictable and a bit patronizing. I have no idea why everyone is losing their minds over him...🙂

On paper, this movie had everything going against it. I went into the theater expecting a disaster, but it turned out to be the exact opposite—brilliant, original, and technically flawless. Looking back, there might be a hint of melodrama in certain spots, but I wouldn't call it predictable. If I had to sum it up in two words, it was intense—intense acting, an intense story, and intense attention to every single detail. I’ve never been much of a fan of Stephen King adaptations, but this one hit differently.

I think 👍 is a total standout because:
1. Honestly, besides >, it’s the only movie that actually made me tear up.
2. It features these incredibly long scenes that somehow don't feel exhausting at all—seriously, props to the director for that.
3. It’s such a breath of fresh air after all these modern directors and their pretentious, over-the-top nonsense.

Decent movie...

That movie was absolutely fantastic. Personally, I found it even more impactful because I happened to be lying with my girlfriend in her lap while watching it, which made the whole experience feel quite overwhelming for me. Still, there's just something about those kinds of films that hits you right in the gut no matter what.

The Green Mile. A dead man walking on the Green Mile.

The movie is top-tier. The acting is incredible, especially John Coffey. (Kind of like the coffee, just spelled a bit different.)

What are your favorite quotes or scenes from the film?