Great characterizations by Lon Chaney Jr, and Burgess Meredith would not have been possible in this film without the great writing of John Steinbeck. The combination of the dull-witted, kind-hearted person and the guardian who is a bit sharper is a classic formulation. Lewis Milestone does a very nice job directing this drama, and the dialogue is crisply written for the screen. Enjoy this American masterpiece with your family for a solid hour or so of fine entertainment.
Review of Of Mice and Men
