The green mile is an excellent book and movie

[JENNIFER NICOLE]

I really liked this movie because i think we could all learn something from mr. Coffey!

[tuttle300]

I agree. I thought the way it was conceived and created was especially interesting (Detailed in the The Green Mile "The Complete Serial Novel" hardcover --Introduction by Ralph Vincinanza) where it was suggested to King to write a serialised story similar to the way books were published in Charle's Dicken's day and King ran with it. Writing and writing and writing -- not really knowing the ending as each new chunk of the story got published month after month (thus becoming, in a way, official canon of the story to millions of fans as it was released)

And then the equally good film by Frank Darabont was released which is a quality companion to the book (which as we know, is not always the case)
That, as well, had an interesting backstory where Darabont read just the first chapter book (of the proposed six) and asked King for the rights to do a film. The rest is history)

I think that over time it will be one of the few stories of his that will still be read a hundred years from now (As I suspect that publishing will be a whole different animal than the one we love now)

[mr.jingles120]

i have the complete serial novel in paperback but still just as good

[mr.jingles120]

also i agree with jeniffer we just need faith

[Haunted]

I agree. I thought the way it was conceived and created was especially interesting (Detailed in the The Green Mile "The Complete Serial Novel" hardcover --Introduction by Ralph Vincinanza) where it was suggested to King to write a serialised story similar to the way books were published in Charle's Dicken's day and King ran with it. Writing and writing and writing -- not really knowing the ending as each new chunk of the story got published month after month (thus becoming, in a way, official canon of the story to millions of fans as it was released)

And then the equally good film by Frank Darabont was released which is a quality companion to the book (which as we know, is not always the case)
That, as well, had an interesting backstory where Darabont read just the first chapter book (of the proposed six) and asked King for the rights to do a film. The rest is history)

I think that over time it will be one of the few stories of his that will still be read a hundred years from now (As I suspect that publishing will be a whole different animal than the one we love now)

I AGREE!!!! Just recently watched a re-run of the movie and am champing at the bit to do a re-read group of the book. Anyone else game?

[91rewoT]

Loved looking forward to each book as it was published. Wonderful story and movie! I think it's time to read it again!

[*Iris*]

Every but Every time I see the movie, I feel very sad... The last time I saw it, I couldn't stop my tears. So... I can imagine my reaction when I'll read the book...

[Snoopy1234]

Yeah i have to argee , The Green Mile , is one of my favorite books and movies :biggrin2:

[Anna Rose]

i have to admit, i cried during the movie...the book and movie were both amazing but also so sad! poor Coffey! but i am so thankful he saved Mr.Jingles!!! it's one of the most inspiring books i've read!

[Ave]

Book is better, its deeper then the movie. Success of the Green Mile movie provided an excellent actor - Tom Hanks

[Mari_Powell16]

Whether or not Stephen King had intended to write such a moving novel, the Green Mile was phenomenal. There was such raw emotion, for me at least. All characters portrayed in the movie were exactly what I envisioned from the novel. All in all, it was great…

[HorrorMama]

This was my second favorite SK piece. I could read this and Pet Semetary a thousand times and never get sick of either one. The characters are so easy to cling to and the stories as well. John Coffey is such a lovable and unforgettable character.

[kapow!]

I read the book when I was on my senior trip in Germany, and actually stayed at the hostel one night instead of going out with my friends because I was so caught up in the story. When the movie came out, I warned my then boyfriend that I was going to cry at the theatre...I knew the emotional parts were gonna get to me. Boy, was I right! I literally sobbed out loud during the movie. I think Stephen King + Frank Darabont = GENIUS!

[king family fan]

I love the Green Mile.It is a favorite of mine just fell in love with the John Coffey character. The book inspired me to go check out the prison where the movie was filmed.I also sent out xmas cards with a picture of the prison on them.Really like Green Mile.

[Bryan James]

Preacher to the choir.

[larasgirl]

When I was young and the books were first released, I read up to the part where Mr. Jingles gets killed. I had to stop because I was so upset. That was silly, but I was young.

As an adult, I watched the film. It affected me so much and I cried so hard I told myself I'd never watch it again. Not because it was a bad movie - it is just the opposite- but because it was so sad. I decided to watch it for a second time about a year ago. While I cried just as much, and it was still just as sad, I felt a little better about it. John Coffey is an amazing character that I will never forget. (And I adore Michael Clarke Duncan)

I may read the books in the future, but I'm not sure if I could handle it. lol

[Schmidty]

I thought the book was better than the movie.... they cut alot out.

[doowopgirl]

I read The Green Mile when it came out in serial form and picked up a second hand copy that was all in one book. The all in one had a few bridging scenes that, I thought made a more cohesive story. I thought that while the book was better than the film, both were so marvelous. Good casting and the right atmosphere.

[Homer403]

I thought the movie was just as entertaining as the book,which is rare for me,but with Tom Hanks you can't really go wrong,IMO.

[Angela]

I really enjoyed the movie. I loved the casting choices, especially the role of John Coffey. The worst scene for me (other than the scene where Coffey died, of course) was when the guy was electrocuted without the sponge being wet. I despised that guard (sorry, I can't remember his name. I just call him the governor's sissy nephew.) and I especially enjoyed what the guards did to him afterward. I still don't think he got what he deserved for doing that.

[jbaud23]

I loved the movie but the book goes into more depth.
What I really loved from the story is the spirit and attitude of Coffey its hard to forget a character with that kind of gift and yet a sense of humbleness.

[Haunted]

The adaption by the moviemakers of one of my favorites of Mr. King's stories was indeed a most pleasant surprise for me. I read the story when it was released in serial form and then when I finished the latest increment I would pass it around my agency. It is such a wonderful story and for once Hollywood did not screw it up (too much). The actors were wonderful and they seemed to fit right into Mr. King's mold.

13436 sigh

[blunthead]

Some movies get better and better with each viewing. Maybe all good movies are that way. I watched The Green Mile on TV the other night and it was just excellent, especially Michael Clarke Duncan's performance. For me a great acting performance is more fulfilling than a great meal.

[Jojo87]

I loved the book. But the movie wasn't my favorite. Maybe I should try to re watched Green Mile. Because I only seen it once and that was before I had read the book.

[Sigmund]

I LOVED the book and the movie.

My favorite quote from the movie:

Melinda Moores (http://www.stephenking.com/name/nm0165101/): I dreamed of you. I dreamed you were wandering in the dark, and so was I. We found each other. We found each other in the dark.

[Nadejda]

Every but Every time I see the movie, I feel very sad... The last time I saw it, I couldn't stop my tears. So... I can imagine my reaction when I'll read the book...

I cried a lot too wen I watched the film for the first time. It's really hard to follow the gradual extinction of a human being, especially when we are not acquainted with his crimes. I felt pity for everyone, except the murderer of the twin girls. I didn't read the book either. I think that I must bye it:wink2:

[ConstantReader1973]

I have the book and the movie, and although I believe that books are always better than their movie adaptions, I have to say that this movie came pretty close to perfect, IMO. I've re-read the book and re-watched the movie multiple times, and both are masterpieces. I felt so bad for John Coffey, and I wanted to kill Percy! Wonderfully heart-wrenching story!

[Garriga]

I love The Green Mile, and not just because i think it is set in Mississippi; although i do have logical reasoning for this notion.

This is an awesome story with genuine characters. Mr. Jingles is my favorite.

[Rebelwithoutacause]

I really loved the movie but I can't ever sit down and read the book you know seen the move don't need to go there with the book although I hear it's good

[91rewoT]

The Green Mile movie seems to play on a semi-regular basis, so each time I come across it, I watch from whatever point it may be at. I simply cannot help myself. Inevitibly, my husband (a non-King-reader) will wander in, say "Are you watching that again?" and promptly sit down and watch it with me!

[samhain]

When 'The Green Mile' was first released, I told myself that I would never watch it again because all I did was cry, cry, cry.
Well, I watched it for the second time a few nights ago and all I did (again) was cry, cry, cry.

Damn you Green Mile!!! :down:

[Chris1974100]

agree both movie and novel are excellent work, Frank Darabont is an excellent director