1962 Film

The 1962 film "To Kill a Mockingbird," directed by Robert Mulligan, is an adaptation of Harper Lee's novel set in the racially charged American South during the 1930s. It follows young Scout Finch and her brother Jem, whose father, Atticus Finch, is a lawyer defending a black man, Tom Robinson, falsely accused of raping a white woman. Through Scout's eyes, the film explores themes of racial injustice, moral growth, and empathy, highlighting the importance of integrity and compassion in a prejudiced society. Gregory Peck's portrayal of Atticus earned him an Academy Award, solidifying the film's enduring legacy.