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Of Mice and Men (1939)
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Release Date:
30 December 1939 (USA) moreTagline:
Unbridled "realism!" defying every tradition of the screen ! morePlot:
A mentally retarded giant and his level headed guardian find work at a sadistic cowboy's ranch in depression era America. full summary | add synopsisAwards:
Nominated for 4 Oscars. moreNewsDesk:
Oscar Nominees To Number 10 Next Year(From Studio Briefing - Film News. 25 June 2009, 1:12 PM, PDT)
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Casting, cinematography, direction, this film has it all. moreUS TV Schedule:
| Thur. July 23 | 8:00 PM | TCM |
Cast
(Complete credited cast) | Burgess Meredith | ... | George |
| Betty Field | ... | Mae |
 | Lon Chaney Jr. | ... | Lennie |
| Charles Bickford | ... | Slim |
| Roman Bohnen | ... | Candy |
| Bob Steele | ... | Curley |
| Noah Beery Jr. | ... | Whit |
| Oscar O'Shea | ... | Jackson |
| Granville Bates | ... | Carlson |
| Leigh Whipper | ... | Crooks |
| Helen Lynd | ... | Susie |
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106 minCountry:
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1.37 : 1 moreFun Stuff
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The name "Mae" was given to Curly's wife specifically for this film version. In the original novel,the original play, and in other film and television versions she is simply known as "Curly's Wife". moreGoofs:
Crew or equipment visible: At the beginning, when George and Lennie are being chased, they are running alongside a train, then climbing inside. As they run, the shadow of the camera operator, wearing a cap, is clearly seen against a train car. moreFAQ
What films are playing at the Palace Theater?What is a pillow pigeon?
How do the girls at the bar introduce themselves?
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| The Musical Score of the 1939 Version | ANDREWEHUNT |
| Lon Chaney, Jr. | cynical_lefty |
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| Who is Mae? | terminatrix24 |
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Casting directors rarely get any real credit for what they do but I think, for this film, we must make an exception. The actors, in Of Mice And Men, play thier parts as if they were born into them. Add to this cinematography that is both artistically and technically outstanding and you have a film that truly deserves the term Classic. I believe that this film is a must-see for anyone considering a career as a writer, actor, director or any other area of film making.