Part of the series, Screen Bound: Read the book, watch the movie—or just watch the movie! Join the Cinema Society of Kingston for a film series of literary adaptations, each followed by a fun, book-club-style discussion.
In this acclaimed adaptation of the novella by John Steinbeck, migrant farmhands George Milton (Burgess Meredith) and Lennie Small (Lon Chaney Jr.) begin working at a ranch near Soledad, California, after the mentally handicapped Lennie got the pair in trouble at their last job. George dreams of settling down on their own farm where Lennie can tend his beloved rabbits, but despite George’s best efforts to protect his friend, events accidentally take a tragic turn.
Impressive adaptation of Steinbeck’s novel. – Time Out
A wonderful adaptation of Steinbeck’s novel with Lon Chaney Jr. giving a break-out performance that propelled him to stardom. Cowboy star Bob Steele also gets to show his acting chops in the supporting role of Curley. A winner. – Journal and Courier
| Series | |
| Genre |
Drama
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| Runtime | 106 minutes |
| Rated | N/A |
| Directed By | Lewis Milestone |
| Starring | Burgess Meredith, Betty Field, Lon Chaney Jr., Charles Bickford |
| Language | English |
| Country |
USA
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