Of Mice and Men
We have a dream. Someday, we'll have a little house and a couple of acres. A place to call home.
Directed by Gary Sinise
Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Russ Smith/Gary Sinise Productions
A poignant Depression-era tragedy about two migrant workers bound by friendship and a shared dream, undone by circumstance and human cruelty.
Two drifters, one a gentle but slow giant, try to make money working the fields during the Depression so they can fulfill their dreams.
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Is Of Mice and Men sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Does Of Mice and Men end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of films.
Is Of Mice and Men easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Of Mice and Men violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Of Mice and Men scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Of Mice and Men
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Of Mice and Men
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Of Mice and Men, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Of Mice and Men, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Of Mice and Men, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
