Patrick Oliver you are absolutely correct. I had forgotten even making this comment. But I think the point still stands, even if it would have been only symbolic.
Atticus didn't fail. In the book it says he knew he would lose the case before the trial even started. I'd have to re-read the book to be sure as it's been years since I read it but I think in the book Jem and Scout believed he would win and were actually upset that he lost. Miss Maudie explains to them that only Atticus could make a jury deliberate for all those hours before coming back with the verdict. In that era the jury would have given a guilty verdict within minutes. It's hinted that they must have debated the evidence Atticus presented for them to take all that time so he did achieve something in that trial. When Bob Ewell spits in Atticus' face he doesn't get angry he calmly explains to them that he ruined Bob's credibility and what little pride he had when he exposed the truth of what really happened in court so he was expecting a comeback from him although he wasn't expecting Bob to go after his kids with a knife. Bob Ewell even starts harassing Helen Tom's wife and Tom's boss Link Deas who publicly stood up in court for Tom and said he's a good worker and he's never once had any trouble from him in all the years he's worked for him, goes after Bob Ewell and threatens him if he harassed Helen again.
So damn powerful. It would be so easy for them to hate Atticus for losing, but they stood out of respect for the fact that he tried. Nobody forced him to take this case. He chose to take it, and he gave it everything he had. He didn't fail them. The system failed them, and they knew it.
In addition to truncating the novel for the necessary reason of a time constraint (for example, Aunt Alexandria, with her delightful exchange with Scout, is absent from the screenplay), Horton Foote made some subtle, but appropriate and tasteful, changes to Harper Lee's dialog. One is when Reverend Sykes says, "Miss Jean Louise; Miss Jean Louise, stand up. Your father's passin'." Another is when Atticus Finch says to Boo Radley on the porch, "Thank you, Arthur; thank you for my children."
@CAM BRO But it's based off real events, such as the Scottsburow trials, where four or so black men were accused of raping two women and claimed guilty...
@@malinigunat7475 I think that in humour we express things sometimes that are too difficult or complicated, too painful to get out any other way. What Sn / Wallonky meant, maybe, was that in this powerful moment we see the respect the black community have for Atticus, not just because he is defending Tom in court, but because he defending all of them, against attackers who would deny them their very humanity.
THought thad said I invted to my cildhhood. thought, mean. My tfhgbght rdsinrdr, toug orcesses, in orer tha, thr is, tat is, rithut the comma tha tm is. before oder , tha is. *Before intentional, intwltntioma.ly. Aerrhthfhirkmelpy
I had a really good English teacher that taught us the lessons that were involved when we read the book and watched the movie. If I run into him again I’d thank him a lot for opening my eyes to the world.
He didn't fail Tom. He felt horrible, but still hopeful. It was a situation that wasn't winnable and he tried to encourage Tom, but he knew it was hopeless.
0:35 I like how the director made it so the judge is clearly disgusted; he does not "thank the jury for their service" as is the norm, instead, he dismisses them (in more ways than one) and stomps out in disappointed silence.
Langdon Alger nope. You people let one cop’s acts decide a whole damn race. Obviously racism is a problem, but saying that the majority of America’s population is racist is just absurd and prejudiced to those. And how do you know that commenter was from America hm? Not saying that if the commenter is a foreigner it’s justified, but it helps belittle your point. Dont drag this nonsense
Langdon Alger what the hell are you talking about? I “caught” your shitty example. I even called you out on it. So, why don’t you answer the question I asked you about your horrific example instead of calling me kiddo like a pathetic side-tracker?
When they stand up to honor and show their appreciation for Atticus, I think that's one of the most poignant moments in any movie or book I've ever seen or read it gives me chills every time, and I've seen this movie hundreds of times probably. I would have to say by far Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch was by far the best casting decision ever made because he was Atticus.
I liked the judge's reaction. A stifled "WTF?!" and he just dismisses then and leaves so he doesn't say some shit to them like "Wow, you worthless scum"
He knew it was coming (The point of the novel was that this was always a futile struggle given the times and racial leanings) but he was still disappointed that he was proven right, the thing is in both the books and film the townspeople all know it was the girl’s father who beat her, beat her for kissing a black man and so later on they ostracize that man which is why he goes after Atticus’s children in the end for revenge. So it’s annoying to see everyone knew who the guilty party was, but they couldn’t acquit a black man for “raping a white women” nor find a black man not guilty either
@@quinnfletcher3906 well he also told told at the end he would meet with his wife and said he figured we’d lose THIS ONE. I think he just stayed more calm since a prejudice jury can be grounds for appealing Tom’s verdict
Naruto34 “Passing” was a term meant for black people who could pass as white, in this case however, it means Atticus has been accepted into their community
That’s why u can’t trust every day people with peoples lives like that, in my opinion the judge should make the decision on a serious trial for something like murder or rape rather then a jury of random people
Are judges not random people? Sure they may be educated and have been doing it a while but your giving 1 person a large amount of power, say somehow Maxine waters got a job as a judge, I’d be terrified as a white man to be subject to her sole judgement, I’d rather take the jury of peers that get vetted by the lawyers. I do understand the whole judge dredd thing you are wishing for, if someone was morally perfect and super high iq and very wise I’d like that, but that person doesn’t exist.
@@imnotsmartbutimdumb Judges require years of law experience, as well as a screening process in order to become judges. This helps eliminate the bias factor.
Armando Mendoza yet the whinging pansy limpwristed sjw’s in the US want this book banned as it is racist! If anything, they should be promoting that every student read this magnificent work and watch this movie as an example of what man can be!
@@michaelbehan6222 I'm pretty sure the racists ban it because well I live in the south and there are some shit heads who say the book promotes white guilt....... Stupid ass Ewell s
They keep trying to ban Huckleberry Finn because of the "n-word" too. I think it should stay as a cultural artifact and representative of the time it was written. Also, I think To Kill a Mockingbird should be REQUIRED.
Worthy of the title of greatest hero in cinema. He stood for what was right and fair and decent, and never backed down or compromised. And this scene makes me cry- the profound respect they show him, rising without a word and standing as he passed, and him thinking he had lost and never looking up to see that maybe he didn’t win the case but he certainly won respect. “Your father’s passing” is said so profoundly it gets me every time
You can tell Judge Taylor was kinda pissed at the end as well. He slammed the door and said the court was adjourned while walking away, not at his chair.
My father died when I was very young and I used (and still us at 51) Atticus as my male role model. At times that was pretty hard to do, but it turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
What I loved about this scene was that Atticus wasn't aware of the tribute he was receiving. That made it all the more special, somehow. My favorite scene from the movie is when the sheriff tells Atticus he will not charge Boo Bradley because, to his way of thinking, " It's a sin. " Frank Overton's delivery is sublime.
I think he was aware of it but didn’t acknowledge their praise because it wouldn’t feel right to him since he wasn’t able to get the justice Tom deserved. Really shows his humility.
This is such a powerful scene. I cried every time I see this. One of my favorite books I read in high school. I can’t wait to see my future children read this book someday. I will make sure of it ❤️
One of the most moving scenes in movie history , gets me every time I see it , not ashamed to say it still brings a tears to my eyes...Gregory Peck at his peak in a great film.
One of the greatest scenes in any movie in history. "Miss Genevieve, stand up. Your father's passing." Gregory Peck later said it was all he could do to remain in control of his emotions during shooting. Harper Lee, the books author said it was the most important scene in his book and the movie. He said whoever played Atticus, had a huge responsibility to get it right.
I cried a bit when they stood up. I watched this in school and absolutely loved it but now I barely remember a single scene. I’ll definitely have to watch it again.
This made me cry. I hate racism! Why does it exist it shouldn't exist! I'm nice and kind to ALL PEOPLE NO MATTER WHAT COLOR THEY OR HOW THEY LOOK! I love all kinds of people! This beautiful movie has all kind of messages for all people to reflect!
One of the greatest films ever made because it stayed true to the novel. Brock Peters was excellent as he always was, Gregory Peck marvelous. One of the first appearances on film of Robert Duvall...and a silent role that his launching pad as an actor. A few years later he was Lucky Ned Pepper in John Wayne's "True Grit." The line by the elder black man in the balcony delivered his line in such a classic poignant way gives me chills every time I hear him. Trivia: The little boy who came to visit the Finch children (and is in the balcony) every summer grew up to be novelist Truman Capote. Author Harper Lee (who was Scout) didn't write many books in her career but she was the researcher of Truman's classic true story -- "In Cold Blood." This was the 1930's -- and we still haven't learned from it.
When they declare him guilty, look at the white crowd behind Tom. Most will look pleased in that “the traditions are upheld” look. But you will find a few faces in that crowd that clearly are hiding the fact that they truly believed Tom, but can’t verbally say it for fear of the Klan or those who still practice its ways minus the hoods and uniform. But I still can’t truly understand why people want this movie banned from schools. This movie stands in equal level to movies like “Remember the Titans”. I would have this movie/book as a mandatory watch/read.
“I spit on such traditions that condemn the innocent, and such traditions spit on me.” *dramatically turns on heel and walks out the door* Idk sounds like a cool line to me. Btw, I think there was a part in the book where they say that the klan had died out (thank God)
Im reading this book now for my summer assignment, just finished chapter 21. Its such a good book, and im not even a huge reader, i often cant keep focused on a story long enough to finish it. This book is amazing.
One of the most important books out there. They're taking it away in some schools. They can take it out of schools, but not out of the hearts of good people. It'll stay with you, and the lines drawn here you'll have for the rest of your life... and they will only get bolder. So will you. And it's a damn fine read if nothing else. Enjoy it.
xYouthAttackx - If you had read the book, you would know very well that Judge Taylor was no racist. In fact, I've always noted that the men in the three most prominent positions in the legal system, the judge, the defense attorney, and the sheriff were all righteous standup guys. In spite of that, Tom Robinson is falsely convicted. The prejudice is too pervasive and ingrained in the culture of that time and place.
and the belief is that "In order for an accused individual, or defendant, to have a fair criminal trial, the jurors must be impartial and free of bias. It's unfair to the defendant if jurors let their personal beliefs interfere with their decision making." In this case, I say the jury was the guilty one ... not Tom.
I'm don't think the judge was racist. I you look at his facial e,depression after the verdict, despite trying to keep it nuetral, he was not happy with the verdict and reluctantly accepted the verdict.
The judge was not racist. If he was he would have never appointed a man like Atticus Finch to defend Tom Robinson. And you can see he is visibly upset be the verdict as he leaves the courtroom.
I’m grateful we got to read this book in school this year. (I’m a freshman). At first, like every school book I’ve ever had to read, I thought it would be boring and drag on forever. But as we got further into it, the more I got into it. I was genuinely disappointed when we couldn’t finish it due to time since it’s the end of the school year and that our teacher just summarized the last third of the book. I really want to watch the full movie and even rent out the book from the library so I can reread it so I can go into it enjoying it and ending enjoying it. This is one of my new favorite books/movies. Thank you Harper Lee ☺️
“Miss Jean Louise - miss Jean Louise stand up ….your fathers’ passin’. “ ♥️ I love Atticus Finch and Gregory Peck. I love this book this film Harper Lee’s friends and Harper Lee for creating this masterpiece and then sharing it with us all. 🙏♥️
This is, arguably, my favorite scene in any movie I've ever watched. Top five at least. It can be hard to compare films and their impact but oh, Peck deserved the Oscar for this movie! And the film stayed so close to the book, more than most screenplays.
These days this would be condemned as “white saviorism” Truth be told, I hated the book as a kid. Probably just because I was forced to read it. But the scene hits just as hard nonetheless
This is maybe the most heartbreaking scene in movie history because Atticus in this moment really believes he's a failure. It's like one of the writers of X-Men saying the tragedy of Wolverine if you wanna say he has the journey of a samurai, he doesn't think he's good enough to be one.... but he IS, he just refuses to accept it. That's Atticus, everything he did, the only thing he would have accepted as validation of his work would have been an acquittal and he didn't get it. But he has no idea how much his work has meant to the people who stood up for him.
remember when we watched this movie in grade school and didn’t understand it? “your fathers passing” and other words hit much harder then they did 8 years ago. high fly Mr. Finch you taught everyone the true meaning of acceptance
No one can top the list of the greatest hero portrayal on screen of "Atticus Finch" By Gregory Peck...... Undoubtedly the greatest hero on screen and in our hearts..... The immortal Atticus Finch ❤
I think this is the most powerful scene. Teaching this at the 5th -6th grade levels is always a fascinating way to learn and begin students thinking about justice. It bothers me that this was recommended to be banned from use in the classroom. It raises the hair on my arms 😞
"to begin students thinking about justice" something about that phrase is so poignant. I forget sometimes that all of our worldviews come from somewhere, and it is through this gradual educational and social modelling that we become our moral wholes later on in life thank you for helping to inspire the next generation. it must be so difficult, but your students will no doubt benefit in the long-run, as will society
Brock Peters who played Tom Robinson said it best. At the tribute to Gregory Peck after he passed away in 2003, he said that in playing Atticus Finch, Gregory Peck was simply being himself. I can't think of higher praise.
I was lucky enough to meet Mary Badham (Scout) at a convention many years ago. I was always a little confused by Paul Fix (the judge) and his reaction to the verdict. Seemed he was very angry, dismissed the jury, then went out slamming the door behind him. Was this intended? Mary said definitely, yes! He was an honest judge and knew that an injustice had been done.
This scene defines Atticus's character in my opinion. In any other movie today, he would've looked up at them and smiled, thinking that even though he failed, he at least tried his best. Not here, he can't even look at them in the eye after failing to defend a clearly innocent man in a system rigged against him. Those few seconds of him walking out of the courtroom are some of the most powerful in the movie in my opinion
One of the finest movies I learned a lot from as a child also To Sir With Love. They helped me mature and learn compassion in situations I would never have been in my daily life. Thank you
One of my favorite movies of all time. Also one of the saddest. It illustrates the battle; not between white and black, or left and right, but about good verses evil.
@@galesayers what he meant was like how atticus didnt expect to win, rocky didnt win but they earned respect for fighting and battling until the very end
You can tell even the judge didn't want this to happen
Yeah in the book we learn that he appointed Atticus because he knew Atticus would try and defend him
Then he should have thrown out the verdict. Yes, judges can do that.
@@tommym321 deep south 1930s even if he threw it out they'd lynch
Patrick Oliver you are absolutely correct. I had forgotten even making this comment. But I think the point still stands, even if it would have been only symbolic.
@@tommym321 back then they would likely lynch the judge too! nasty little world we live in
That was one of the most painful and beautiful things I've ever seen. Atticus really was a hero, even in failure.
MogarPrime17 it wasn’t him who failed my friend...
it really was.
Atticus didn't fail. In the book it says he knew he would lose the case before the trial even started. I'd have to re-read the book to be sure as it's been years since I read it but I think in the book Jem and Scout believed he would win and were actually upset that he lost. Miss Maudie explains to them that only Atticus could make a jury deliberate for all those hours before coming back with the verdict. In that era the jury would have given a guilty verdict within minutes. It's hinted that they must have debated the evidence Atticus presented for them to take all that time so he did achieve something in that trial. When Bob Ewell spits in Atticus' face he doesn't get angry he calmly explains to them that he ruined Bob's credibility and what little pride he had when he exposed the truth of what really happened in court so he was expecting a comeback from him although he wasn't expecting Bob to go after his kids with a knife. Bob Ewell even starts harassing Helen Tom's wife and Tom's boss Link Deas who publicly stood up in court for Tom and said he's a good worker and he's never once had any trouble from him in all the years he's worked for him, goes after Bob Ewell and threatens him if he harassed Helen again.
So damn powerful. It would be so easy for them to hate Atticus for losing, but they stood out of respect for the fact that he tried. Nobody forced him to take this case. He chose to take it, and he gave it everything he had. He didn't fail them. The system failed them, and they knew it.
He did not fail ... he did his job ... the jury did not do theres
"Miss Jean Louise, stand up. Your father's passing."
Makes me cry. Every time. Over 50 years I've been watching this movie. Every time.
I remember reading this line in the book and the chills I got. This book is something else.
I thought I was the only one! My son's middle name is Atticus!
In addition to truncating the novel for the necessary reason of a time constraint (for example, Aunt Alexandria, with her delightful exchange with Scout, is absent from the screenplay), Horton Foote made some subtle, but appropriate and tasteful, changes to Harper Lee's dialog. One is when Reverend Sykes says, "Miss Jean Louise; Miss Jean Louise, stand up. Your father's passin'." Another is when Atticus Finch says to Boo Radley on the porch, "Thank you, Arthur; thank you for my children."
Man that line makes me cry.
Absolutely. Beautiful scene.
We should all strive to be Atticus Finch
This is the best comment of all time on youtube...
Yes sir
I try every day since I read the book
Atticus is the moral compass of the whole town.
@@missmartine7139 Amen. Now more than ever.
I feel so bad for tom......he didn't deserve this
What is really sad is when you consider all the men who were convicted, killed or lynched
right
@CAM BRO But it's based off real events, such as the Scottsburow trials, where four or so black men were accused of raping two women and claimed guilty...
CAM BRO still tho the book was based on the Scott borrow trials
He showed Mayella nothing but kindness, and this is how he’s repaid. It’s heartbreaking to say the least.
Finch forever invited to the cookout
underrated comment 😂
Don't make a stupid internet joke out of this
Malini Gunat, I don’t think they did it to be mean😊
@@malinigunat7475 I think that in humour we express things sometimes that are too difficult or complicated, too painful to get out any other way. What Sn / Wallonky meant, maybe, was that in this powerful moment we see the respect the black community have for Atticus, not just because he is defending Tom in court, but because he defending all of them, against attackers who would deny them their very humanity.
THought thad said I invted to my cildhhood. thought, mean. My tfhgbght rdsinrdr, toug orcesses, in orer tha, thr is, tat is, rithut the comma tha tm is. before oder , tha is. *Before intentional, intwltntioma.ly. Aerrhthfhirkmelpy
Ultimate show of respect. They know Atticus tried his best to win a losing battle.
I swear, when the juror said “guilty”, I felt my heart shatter.
To Kill A Mockingbird changed my whole view of the world.
I didn't
I had a really good English teacher that taught us the lessons that were involved when we read the book and watched the movie. If I run into him again I’d thank him a lot for opening my eyes to the world.
@@andreyhatley liberal lol
@@randomboi1997 english class = liberal lmao
@@lilpapalstate628 True
You could tell Atticus felt he lost it inside. That he failed Tom. A man with such strong will and Tom’s life was in his hands.
And Jem was feeling the same way, but he actually let it show.
He knew he had zero chance at winning the case. His plan was to get the case thrown out on appeal.
Because he did fail him, Atticus and that sorry ass society failed him
He didn't fail Tom. He felt horrible, but still hopeful. It was a situation that wasn't winnable and he tried to encourage Tom, but he knew it was hopeless.
@@mr.o1333 Atticus didn't fail him, bigotry and society failed Tom
0:35 I like how the director made it so the judge is clearly disgusted; he does not "thank the jury for their service" as is the norm, instead, he dismisses them (in more ways than one) and stomps out in disappointed silence.
People. No matter what color they are, where they're from or who they are, are beautiful.
Good written
I love you whoever you are. You're a good person.
We are all human no matter what
Nope
👏👏👏👏👏👏agreed
I hate the ending because that how the real world is.
Especially now 😦😔😳
Jared Morales eh i dont think so, but sure
Langdon Alger nope. You people let one cop’s acts decide a whole damn race. Obviously racism is a problem, but saying that the majority of America’s population is racist is just absurd and prejudiced to those. And how do you know that commenter was from America hm? Not saying that if the commenter is a foreigner it’s justified, but it helps belittle your point. Dont drag this nonsense
Langdon Alger It’s an example, genius. Pick up on the subtext, will ya? Still haven’t properly responded, nor have you answered my question.
Langdon Alger what the hell are you talking about? I “caught” your shitty example. I even called you out on it. So, why don’t you answer the question I asked you about your horrific example instead of calling me kiddo like a pathetic side-tracker?
"Mrs. Jean Louise stand up, your father's passing."
@Rosida Andriyana Miss is a longer term for 'Mrs'
@@sethjansson5652 Mrs is only used for married women
@@pinheadlarry1977 It would have almost been that way in the book.
So powerful
@@tylerolsonfilms yeah
When they stand up to honor and show their appreciation for Atticus, I think that's one of the most poignant moments in any movie or book I've ever seen or read it gives me chills every time, and I've seen this movie hundreds of times probably. I would have to say by far Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch was by far the best casting decision ever made because he was Atticus.
Now they would burn the courthouse down and throw Jem from the rafters. The cnn would say it was “justified.”
@@cdybft9050 dude, no. Get the hll out of here with that spew
Harper Lee gave Gregory Peck her father's watch after this movie was made.
Totalmente de acuerdo. Es muy conmovedor ❤👍🌹
Yes, I remember someone who knew Peck saying that. He was playing himself.
Gregory Peck once said this scene right here was the reason why he got the Oscars
Ahda Arifa Ismail his closing argument for sure
Buddism hotline
Woah. We can thank Harper Lee for that
and the producer was almost not going to include it
And why Peck DESERVED the Best Actor Oscar in every way imaginable for it.
My best memory of school is reading this book. I was astounded to see how true the film was to it.
michael douglas
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Can't believe some schools are trying to ban it
We read this in grade 10. We also watched the movie. I'm happy we covered this one.
Probably the best book adaptation of all time...
Chris Beaudin we read this in 8th grade kinda early
When the verdict was handed down, it looked as though Atticus would burst into flames, he was so enraged.
I liked the judge's reaction. A stifled "WTF?!" and he just dismisses then and leaves so he doesn't say some shit to them like "Wow, you worthless scum"
He knew it was coming (The point of the novel was that this was always a futile struggle given the times and racial leanings) but he was still disappointed that he was proven right,
the thing is in both the books and film the townspeople all know it was the girl’s father who beat her, beat her for kissing a black man and so later on they ostracize that man which is why he goes after Atticus’s children in the end for revenge.
So it’s annoying to see everyone knew who the guilty party was, but they couldn’t acquit a black man for “raping a white women” nor find a black man not guilty either
@@guypierson5754 Atticus was so mad he couldn't yell.
@@quinnfletcher3906 well he also told told at the end he would meet with his wife and said he figured we’d lose THIS ONE. I think he just stayed more calm since a prejudice jury can be grounds for appealing Tom’s verdict
That show of respect from the gallery was deafening.
As a child I cried my eyes out every time I watched this movie...it taught me everything.
Even the judge was disgusted
I think in the book, been awhile since I read it, the judge literally walked out of the court and slammed the door.
He knew that lil girl lie about everything he want too free Tom but this was back then he was putting his life on the line…
when i read the book, i didnt understand the "your father's passing" part, idk why i was a bit slow, now that i know, im suddenly very emotional
Amanda Atsuko can you explain it to me then I still don’t get it😓
Naruto34 “Passing” was a term meant for black people who could pass as white, in this case however, it means Atticus has been accepted into their community
Mel Lussier I’m sure it means what it’s saying upfront, in the scene Atticus is passing below them and everyone is standing up
The 3 Zeronix Double meanings
@@b0kkii they were showing respect for Atticus
With all the evidence in the world they would’ve still found him guilty mad world
That’s why u can’t trust every day people with peoples lives like that, in my opinion the judge should make the decision on a serious trial for something like murder or rape rather then a jury of random people
Are judges not random people? Sure they may be educated and have been doing it a while but your giving 1 person a large amount of power, say somehow Maxine waters got a job as a judge, I’d be terrified as a white man to be subject to her sole judgement, I’d rather take the jury of peers that get vetted by the lawyers. I do understand the whole judge dredd thing you are wishing for, if someone was morally perfect and super high iq and very wise I’d like that, but that person doesn’t exist.
@@imnotsmartbutimdumb
Judges require years of law experience, as well as a screening process in order to become judges. This helps eliminate the bias factor.
@@joshmichaels9282 This was not a jury of the defendants peers. That's an important element to factor into the equation.
This is a moment that changed the court scene forever with a jury of peers that you know and how judges can make some decisions
Atticus Finch: making grown men feel like moral microbes since 1933
Armando Mendoza yet the whinging pansy limpwristed sjw’s in the US want this book banned as it is racist! If anything, they should be promoting that every student read this magnificent work and watch this movie as an example of what man can be!
@@michaelbehan6222 I'm pretty sure the racists ban it because well I live in the south and there are some shit heads who say the book promotes white guilt.......
Stupid ass Ewell s
They keep trying to ban Huckleberry Finn because of the "n-word" too. I think it should stay as a cultural artifact and representative of the time it was written.
Also, I think To Kill a Mockingbird should be REQUIRED.
The book was published in 1960.
@@nickismith4787it’s set in the 30’s
Worthy of the title of greatest hero in cinema. He stood for what was right and fair and decent, and never backed down or compromised. And this scene makes me cry- the profound respect they show him, rising without a word and standing as he passed, and him thinking he had lost and never looking up to see that maybe he didn’t win the case but he certainly won respect. “Your father’s passing” is said so profoundly it gets me every time
"your father's passing" Gives me chills here and on the written page.
You can tell Judge Taylor was kinda pissed at the end as well. He slammed the door and said the court was adjourned while walking away, not at his chair.
Miss Jean Louise, stand up. Your father's passing." one of the great lines in movie history
My father died when I was very young and I used (and still us at 51) Atticus as my male role model. At times that was pretty hard to do, but it turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
Likewise. Atticus is a second father.
The only thing he is guilty of is showing kindness to someone who needed it.
There is no finer expression of respect in film or literature than this scene.
He won the approval of everyone outside of the jury.
Except the lynch mob
What I loved about this scene was that Atticus wasn't aware of the tribute he was receiving. That made it all the more special, somehow. My favorite scene from the movie is when the sheriff tells Atticus he will not charge Boo Bradley because, to his way of thinking, " It's a sin. " Frank Overton's delivery is sublime.
Do not justifying 'muder '
I think he was aware of it but didn’t acknowledge their praise because it wouldn’t feel right to him since he wasn’t able to get the justice Tom deserved. Really shows his humility.
I've never cried like this watching a movie scene before 🥺😭
Atticus was a Hero, A real Hero
Just finished the book today. Really made me think.
This always chokes me up 😢 to have the respect of so many people! Wow!
This is such a powerful scene. I cried every time I see this. One of my favorite books I read in high school. I can’t wait to see my future children read this book someday. I will make sure of it ❤️
I implore everyone to find their inner Atticus Finch. Peace.😊
One of the most moving scenes in movie history , gets me every time I see it , not ashamed to say it still brings a tears to my eyes...Gregory Peck at his peak in a great film.
0:34. Never has a judge been more disgusted at the gentleman of the jury and the community that spawned them.
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"Your father's passin'": among the most beautiful quotes in literature/cinema.
One of the greatest scenes in any movie in history. "Miss Genevieve, stand up. Your father's passing." Gregory Peck later said it was all he could do to remain in control of his emotions during shooting. Harper Lee, the books author said it was the most important scene in his book and the movie. He said whoever played Atticus, had a huge responsibility to get it right.
Jean Louise*
Her. Harper Lee was a woman. And it’s Emma Jean, not Genevieve. Jeesh. Try harder, this is an all time classic and that info is easily found.
Dignity and Honour. What a poignant scene!
and moral DUTY.
I cried a bit when they stood up. I watched this in school and absolutely loved it but now I barely remember a single scene. I’ll definitely have to watch it again.
Damn. That scene gets me every time. Respect for what he tried to do.
This made me cry. I hate racism! Why does it exist it shouldn't exist! I'm nice and kind to ALL PEOPLE NO MATTER WHAT COLOR THEY OR HOW THEY LOOK! I love all kinds of people! This beautiful movie has all kind of messages for all people to reflect!
Valeria H you're doing all you can that's all God asks
Chris White thank you
Valeria H I agree😭
Why does racism exist?
Because, "It's in your nature to destroy yourselves." Arnold Schwarzenegger as the Terminator. He wasn't/isn't wrong.
Valeria H yea I know right and one of the amendments say that everyone should have a equal court rights.
One of the greatest films ever made because it stayed true to the novel. Brock Peters was excellent as he always was, Gregory Peck marvelous. One of the first appearances on film of Robert Duvall...and a silent role that his launching pad as an actor. A few years later he was Lucky Ned Pepper in John Wayne's "True Grit."
The line by the elder black man in the balcony delivered his line in such a classic poignant way gives me chills every time I hear him.
Trivia: The little boy who came to visit the Finch children (and is in the balcony) every summer grew up to be novelist Truman Capote. Author Harper Lee (who was Scout) didn't write many books in her career but she was the researcher of Truman's classic true story -- "In Cold Blood."
This was the 1930's -- and we still haven't learned from it.
This is America.
not today
Don't catch you slipin' though
@@dannyscipio1777 what?
For my money the greatest scene in one the best films of all time
When they declare him guilty, look at the white crowd behind Tom.
Most will look pleased in that “the traditions are upheld” look.
But you will find a few faces in that crowd that clearly are hiding the fact that they truly believed Tom, but can’t verbally say it for fear of the Klan or those who still practice its ways minus the hoods and uniform.
But I still can’t truly understand why people want this movie banned from schools.
This movie stands in equal level to movies like “Remember the Titans”.
I would have this movie/book as a mandatory watch/read.
“I spit on such traditions that condemn the innocent, and such traditions spit on me.” *dramatically turns on heel and walks out the door*
Idk sounds like a cool line to me. Btw, I think there was a part in the book where they say that the klan had died out (thank God)
@@chupirusi probably from wearing the uniform, but unforced in other ways.
@@emperorconstantine1.361 oh ok it’s just been a year since I read the book.
This is so hard to watch 💔
Im reading this book now for my summer assignment, just finished chapter 21. Its such a good book, and im not even a huge reader, i often cant keep focused on a story long enough to finish it. This book is amazing.
Keep at it. Look how the written word can move you. Don’t stop reading, even if it’s a little at a time.
One of the most important books out there. They're taking it away in some schools.
They can take it out of schools, but not out of the hearts of good people.
It'll stay with you, and the lines drawn here you'll have for the rest of your life... and they will only get bolder.
So will you.
And it's a damn fine read if nothing else. Enjoy it.
A gut wrenching scene from one of the greatest motion pictures of all time !!!!!
One of the best scenes in movie history. So moving.
This is such a beautiful scene, in its simplicity.
They just don’t make films like this anymore man
This scene brought me to tears!
Eric Lowe
It always does that to me, too, Eric. Every time.
I can't watch this scene without crying.
Tom had no chance. a racist judge, jury and prosecution in the racist south. he had a death sentence as soon as he was charged.
The judge wasn't racist.
xYouthAttackx - If you had read the book, you would know very well that Judge Taylor was no racist. In fact, I've always noted that the men in the three most prominent positions in the legal system, the judge, the defense attorney, and the sheriff were all righteous standup guys. In spite of that, Tom Robinson is falsely convicted. The prejudice is too pervasive and ingrained in the culture of that time and place.
and the belief is that "In order for an accused individual, or defendant, to have a fair criminal trial, the jurors must be impartial and free of bias. It's unfair to the defendant if jurors let their personal beliefs interfere with their decision making."
In this case, I say the jury was the guilty one ... not Tom.
I'm don't think the judge was racist. I you look at his facial e,depression after the verdict, despite trying to keep it nuetral, he was not happy with the verdict and reluctantly accepted the verdict.
The judge was not racist. If he was he would have never appointed a man like Atticus Finch to defend Tom Robinson. And you can see he is visibly upset be the verdict as he leaves the courtroom.
If Atticus wasn’t a weird name, I would seriously consider naming my kid after this character
Ludmila Maiolini: Found this out: Atticus is an old Roman name, meaning "man from Attica", an area in ancient Greece. It's a wonderful name.
One of my friends named her son Atticus. Honestly, if you wanna name a son that, do it. It’s a grand name, in my opinion.
atticus is honestly a really good middle name ngl
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As Ulysses who had to undergo several ordeals to get back home.
It's not a weird name at all.
I’m grateful we got to read this book in school this year. (I’m a freshman). At first, like every school book I’ve ever had to read, I thought it would be boring and drag on forever. But as we got further into it, the more I got into it. I was genuinely disappointed when we couldn’t finish it due to time since it’s the end of the school year and that our teacher just summarized the last third of the book. I really want to watch the full movie and even rent out the book from the library so I can reread it so I can go into it enjoying it and ending enjoying it. This is one of my new favorite books/movies. Thank you Harper Lee ☺️
Even the judge was disgusted.
This gets me so mad cause Tom didn’t deserve any of this :(
One of the most powerful scenes ever.
“Miss Jean Louise -
miss Jean Louise
stand up
….your fathers’ passin’. “
♥️
I love Atticus Finch
and Gregory Peck.
I love
this book
this film
Harper Lee’s friends
and
Harper Lee
for creating this masterpiece and then sharing it with us all.
🙏♥️
This is, arguably, my favorite scene in any movie I've ever watched. Top five at least. It can be hard to compare films and their impact but oh, Peck deserved the Oscar for this movie! And the film stayed so close to the book, more than most screenplays.
Elmer Bernstein's music was so haunting.
what song is playing when they leave the courtroom??
These days this would be condemned as “white saviorism”
Truth be told, I hated the book as a kid. Probably just because I was forced to read it. But the scene hits just as hard nonetheless
This is maybe the most heartbreaking scene in movie history because Atticus in this moment really believes he's a failure.
It's like one of the writers of X-Men saying the tragedy of Wolverine if you wanna say he has the journey of a samurai, he doesn't think he's good enough to be one.... but he IS, he just refuses to accept it.
That's Atticus, everything he did, the only thing he would have accepted as validation of his work would have been an acquittal and he didn't get it.
But he has no idea how much his work has meant to the people who stood up for him.
Atticus is worthy of Thor's hammer.
Audrey and Remington Nice.
I knew it
I would imagine it would feel lighter to Atticus than to Thor.
Thor's hammer is not worthy of being held by Atticus
Courage is for the brave and those who try
The Courage of Achilles
One of the greatest scenes in American Film history. He never notices the gallery. He is too intent on doing what's right and just.
They stood for him because he stood up for them.
remember when we watched this movie in grade school and didn’t understand it? “your fathers passing” and other words hit much harder then they did 8 years ago. high fly Mr. Finch you taught everyone the true meaning of acceptance
Making me cry in empathy for our people, & disgust with racists for over 60 years now.
I'm reading the book now, and it's so beautiful and sad at the same time.
You know why Tom ran? It's because he gave up all hope in the system after seeing it fail. It's what every innocent person thinks when they run.
No one can top the list of the greatest hero portrayal on screen of "Atticus Finch" By Gregory Peck...... Undoubtedly the greatest hero on screen and in our hearts..... The immortal Atticus Finch ❤
I had to explain once to my child that not all stories have happy endings, this certainly is one of them.
The sad reality of this case was the jury had already decided Tom’s fate before any words were spoken by the defense.
Should've brought the 12 Angry men
Anyone else watching because u are reading the book in school!
Only read 75% of the book back in the day and watched the movie. I got an ‘A’ at least.
This scene makes me cry every time
I think this is the most powerful scene. Teaching this at the 5th -6th grade levels is always a fascinating way to learn and begin students thinking about justice. It bothers me that this was recommended to be banned from use in the classroom. It raises the hair on my arms 😞
Why banned in free country ?
"to begin students thinking about justice"
something about that phrase is so poignant. I forget sometimes that all of our worldviews come from somewhere, and it is through this gradual educational and social modelling that we become our moral wholes later on in life
thank you for helping to inspire the next generation. it must be so difficult, but your students will no doubt benefit in the long-run, as will society
This is such an important great American novel that children should read and a masterful film version. Banning this does not seem smart.
Brock Peters who played Tom Robinson said it best. At the tribute to Gregory Peck after he passed away in 2003, he said that in playing Atticus Finch, Gregory Peck was simply being himself.
I can't think of higher praise.
I was lucky enough to meet Mary Badham (Scout) at a convention many years ago. I was always a little confused by Paul Fix (the judge) and his reaction to the verdict. Seemed he was very angry, dismissed the jury, then went out slamming the door behind him. Was this intended? Mary said definitely, yes! He was an honest judge and knew that an injustice had been done.
This scene defines Atticus's character in my opinion. In any other movie today, he would've looked up at them and smiled, thinking that even though he failed, he at least tried his best. Not here, he can't even look at them in the eye after failing to defend a clearly innocent man in a system rigged against him. Those few seconds of him walking out of the courtroom are some of the most powerful in the movie in my opinion
What an honor for one man to have earned the respect of an entire community.
One of the finest movies I learned a lot from as a child also To Sir With Love. They helped me mature and learn compassion in situations I would never have been in my daily life. Thank you
One of my favorite movies of all time. Also one of the saddest. It illustrates the battle; not between white and black, or left and right, but about good verses evil.
That was powerful.
Just finished reading, To kill a mocking bird. This book is so well written, I want to say only one thing
Atticus Finch is a hope
i give this performance ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars.
toward the end of this clip, perhaps the most powerful moments in film history
I defy anyone to find a more powerful scene, on several emotional levels, than this one. There simply isn't one.
This is like Rocky.
He loses but he's still the winner for going the distance.
Nobody died in Rocky.
@@galesayers what he meant was like how atticus didnt expect to win, rocky didnt win but they earned respect for fighting and battling until the very end
@@lildroptop4178 I know what he meant. The stakes were higher this time. Respect was worthless here. The loser got to go home in Rocky.
This makes my heart hurt 😞
This is such a thought provoking story....
_WHY IS THIS IN MY RECOMMENDED?_
But it’s okay though, I love this book, it’s simply legendary ✨
After the guilty verdict, Jem drops his head. Absolutely heartbreaking!