Movies Under the Stars: To K*ll a Mockingbird 1962

Name: Movies Under the Stars: To K*ll a Mockingbird 1962
Start: 2024-10-10T18:30:00+05:30
Location: Nariman Point, NCPA Marg, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400021, India

Schedule

Thu Oct 10 2024 at 06:30 pm

UTC+05:30

Location

Nariman Point, NCPA Marg, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400021, India | Mumbai, MH

(B&W – 129 mins) To K*ll a Mockingbird (1962), directed by Robert Mulligan and based on Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, is set in Maycomb, Alabama. The story is narrated by Scout Finch, a young girl living with her brother Jem and their widowed father, Atticus Finch, portrayed by Gregory Peck, a principled lawyer, appointed to defend Tom Robinson, a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. Despite presenting clear evidence of Tom’s innocence, Atticus’s defence is overshadowed by the racial prejudice of the time, leading to a wrongful conviction. Peck’s portrayal of Finch earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. His calm dignity and moral courage in the face of bigotry are central to the film’s enduring legacy. John Megna plays Dill, Scout’s friend, who adds a sense of childhood wonder and curiosity to the plot. Rosemary Murphy shines as Miss Maudie, the kind and understanding neighbour, while Frank Overton plays Sheriff Heck Tate, a man torn between upholding the law and facing the realities of racial injustice To K*ll a Mockingbird is a powerful exploration of racial injustice, moral integrity and the loss of innocence. The children’s gradual understanding of their father’s fight for justice adds powerful emotional depth. With memorable performances and a compelling story, this is a landmark film that continues to resonate with audiences for its social relevance and timeless message of empathy and justice. Director: Robert Mulligan Screenplay: Horton Foote Based on a story by Harper Lee Cinematography: Russell Harlan, A.S.C. Music by Elmer Bernstein Cast: Gregory Peck, John Megna, Rosemary Murphy & Frank Overton NCPA in association with Film Heritage Foundation under license from Jonetsu Entertainment (India) Admission on a first-come-first-served basis.

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