To Kill a Mockingbird

Set in the racially charged atmosphere of 1930s Alabama, this film follows the story of a young girl named Scout Finch and her brother Jem as their father, Atticus Finch, a principled lawyer, defends a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. The movie, directed by Robert Mulligan, features standout performances by Gregory Peck and Mary Badham. Gregory Peck’s portrayal of Atticus Finch earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. This classic film can be viewed on Soap2day for free.