“Virtuously dull”? – Pauline!  How about more respectful descriptors such as measured or introspective, after all Peck did win the Oscar and he’s thoroughly convincing in the role of Atticus Finch.

  Slow-ish pace (in keeping with the time and place) amplifies the more dramatic moments as well as the film’s tolerance themes and allows for worthwhile character exposition.

  A handful of scenes arouse feeling and in doing so elevate the film’s merit.  The Boo Radley scene especially stands out – an overwhelming conveyance of unspoken friendship and protection and one of the more uniquely stirring moments in cinema.

        » Brent Chastain, Top3films.com