Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Harry Dean Stanton | ... | Grim | |
Gena Rowlands | ... | Gram | |
Elden Henson | ... | Maxwell Kane | |
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Douglas Bisset | ... | Homeless Man |
Joe Perrino | ... | Blade | |
Dov Tiefenbach | ... | Doghouse Boy #1 | |
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Michael Colton | ... | Doghouse Boy #2 |
Daniel Lee | ... | Doghouse Boy #3 | |
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Eve Crawford | ... | Mrs. Donelli |
Kieran Culkin | ... | Kevin Dillon | |
Sharon Stone | ... | Gwen Dillon | |
John Bourgeois | ... | Mr. Sacker | |
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Bruce Tubbe | ... | Officer |
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Rudy Webb | ... | Mr. Hampton |
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Ron Nigrini | ... | Man in Diner |
This tells the story of a strong friendship between a young boy with Morquio's syndrome and an older boy who is always bullied because of his size. Adapted from the novel, Freak the Mighty, the film explores a building of trust and friendship. Kevin, an intelligent guy helps out Maxwell to improve his reading skills. In return, Kevin wants Maxwell to take him out places since he is not allowed out unauthorized. Being the social outcasts of the town, Kevin and Maxwell come to realize that they are similar to each other and accept that they are "freaks" and nothing will stop them. Written by Thorpe89
I heard about "The Mighty" after I saw The Battle of Shaker Heights and thought I'd find more movies with Elden Henson. I find that he has an ability to play the stupidest characters well ("Idle Hands") and the most clever ("Shaker Heights"). Anyway, I rented The Mighty because of its good rating and strong cast.
It was not what I expected.. it was so much greater. I have seen more than one's share of films and trust that the Mighty will not disappoint. A gem in the rocks? Much more. I have never read "Freak the Mighty" but this movie has me out seeking a copy.
Of course, Rowland's and Stanton's acting was solid. Elden Henson's and Kieran Culkan's are stunning. I believe this is one of Sharon Stone's best performances and Gillian Anderson shows her ability and range. Gandolfini was also as strong an asset as anyone else. This movie was just filled with stellar performances and moments that just make the audience get into the scene.
I really wish this movie had been advertised much more. I mean, my seeing it was quite an oddity. Makes me wonder how many of these great unseen movies I'm missing. Rent it. Buy it. Borrow it. You will not regret it.