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A strong argument favors Gary Sinise's 1992 Of Mice and Men over the classic 1939 version that critics have historically preferred. As adapted by the great playwright-screenwriter Horton Foote, John Steinbeck's Depression-era masterpiece comes alive with timeless simplicity, more candid in language and behavior, and therefore more honest in its embrace of Steinbeck's beloved pair of lowly dreamers George (Sinise) and his retarded cousin Lennie (John Malkovich). On the lam, they find work as farmhands, joining a close-knit crew and trying to avoid trouble stirred by the dangerously seductive wife (Sherilyn Fenn) of the boss's sadistic son (Casey Siemaszko). There's not a false note or bad performance in the entire film; as veterans of Chicago's acclaimed Steppenwolf Theater, Malkovich and Sinise possess the compassionate chemistry that makes George and Lennie inseparable until the tragic, inevitable final scene. As director, Sinise serves the material with no-frills fidelity; it's easy to believe that Steinbeck would have approved. --Jeff Shannon
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My daughter has wanted a copy of this film for years, and has been unable to find one. I helped make her Christmas a little better by finding this and giving it to her.
4.0 out of 5 stars
You can't beat Steinbeck for the story, and Malkovich for the leading roll.
Dec 31 2012
By John Forrest
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Most are shy to watch 'the movie' after reading the book. Go for it. It is well worth the time.
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By Peanut
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I have watched this movie twice now and would buy it. It is a very good movie. I like Gary Sinise. I would enjoy seeing the first one, classics are usually the best, but would have to say that Gary Sinise probably would not ruin this classic in any way compared to the ruination of the ones they are trying to do now.
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Of Mice and Men (1992)
This movie is okay as far as entertainment goes. But the original version of this movie is FAR better, especially lon Chaney jr.'s performeance. (Remember him? Read more
Published on April 8 2009 by R. Pellettier
5.0 out of 5 stars
Highly Recommended!!
This Steinbeck classic comes to life with the brilliant acting of Gary Sinise and John Malkovich. This is one time when I can truly say the movie was almost as good as the book! Read more
Published on July 8 2004 by J. McAndrew
5.0 out of 5 stars
John Malkovich and Gary Sinise Play Roles to Perfection
If you have read the book but haven't seen the movie, you are making a (as Donald Trump would say) "HUGE" mistake. Read more
Published on Jun 29 2004 by Dan Blankenship
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just About Perfect
Having read Of Mice & Men several times, I can't imagine a better adaptation of Steinbeck's masterpiece. Malkovich is perfect as Lenny. A tour-de-force. Read more
Published on May 24 2004 by J
4.0 out of 5 stars
Film-like transfer for the Special Edition
Fans of this movie version of John Steinbeck's "Of Mice and Men" will be happy to find that its Special Edition transfer is quite good, on par with major DVD releases of... Read more
Published on May 19 2004 by Guy Fleegman
3.0 out of 5 stars
of mice and men
of mice and men is a great movie and book. its about two guys george and lenny how is locking for a jobb, but lenny is a retard he mess things up all the time. Read more
Published on May 12 2004
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Excellent!
This movie was excallent, it had the basic outline for a great movie. With humor and drama and some adventure this movie came to a stop in a sad but respectful way. Read more
Published on May 11 2004 by Sean Allen
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two thumbs up!
This is a great adaptation of John Steinbecks classic.Terrific acting performances by the entire cast.Highly recommended.
Published on Mar 20 2004 by Benjamin Wilkerson
4.0 out of 5 stars
Must See
Of Mice and Men, a book by John Steinbeck, was good, but the film, directed by Gary Sinise, was better. Read more
Published on Mar 19 2004
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Great Movie
Of Mice and Men is a wonderfully done movie that is faithful to the book in every way. Gary Sinise, the director, did a fantastic job transforming the book into the movie. Read more
Published on Mar 19 2004 by Clayton
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