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Of Mice and Men (1939)
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30 December 1939 (USA)
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Unbridled "realism!" defying every tradition of the screen ! more
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A mentally retarded giant and his level headed guardian find work at a sadistic cowboy's ranch in depression era America. full summary | add synopsis
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Nominated for 4 Oscars.
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Oscar Nominees To Number 10 Next Year
(From Studio Briefing - Film News. 25 June 2009, 1:12 PM, PDT)
(From Studio Briefing - Film News. 25 June 2009, 1:12 PM, PDT)
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One of the most under rated pictures I have seen
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Cast
(Complete credited cast) | Burgess Meredith | ... | George |
| Betty Field | ... | Mae |
 | Lon Chaney Jr. | ... | Lennie |
| Charles Bickford | ... | Slim |
| Roman Bohnen | ... | Candy |
| Bob Steele | ... | Curley |
| Noah Beery Jr. | ... | Whit |
| Oscar O'Shea | ... | Jackson |
| Granville Bates | ... | Carlson |
| Leigh Whipper | ... | Crooks |
| Helen Lynd | ... | Susie |
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106 min
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The two lead roles were hotly contested parts in Hollywood in 1939. It came as a great surprise to many in the industry when director Lewis Milestone opted for two relative unknowns.
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Crew or equipment visible: At the beginning, when George and Lennie are being chased, they are running alongside a train, then climbing inside. As they run, the shadow of the camera operator, wearing a cap, is clearly seen against a train car.
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Referenced in Casanova's Big Night (1954)
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Did Mae have a name in John Steinbeck's novel?How do the girls at the bar introduce themselves?
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In high school I had to read "Of Mice and Men". It is one of my favorite books today. I loved reading it. It's one of the best stories I have ever read in my life. We also started watching the older version of "Of Mice and Men". But because the kids complained they wanted the newer one, we never finished the older version. So, I just rented the black and white version and I really enjoyed it. I thought the color version was great, but this one was more true to the story. Both movies are amazing. I'd actually recommend both if you enjoyed the book. The acting is wonderful and they stuck very well to the story. Go ahead and give the movie a chance. You might find yourself a treasure in this movie.
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