The Mighty (1998)

Don't Believe the Hype

It's hard to see any effort in the film. There's no comedy to speak of, no real drama and, worst of all.

There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

It was a mere accident that I saw this movie. I was just flipping through the channels and just happen to stop at Star Movies. It was the scene where Kevin is introduced as a tutor to Max. I don't know what was it, but I bought the DVD of this movie next day.Kieran is has done an excellent job as a handicap boy. I sincerely feel that he is the one who is actually the sole of the movie. Sharon stone is perfect as a mother. Frankly I was not so impressed by Elden Henson as Max in the first half of the movie. But during the later part of the movie I realized that the movie was actually not focusing on him in the first half. He actually takes all the credit away in the last scene where he runs after the Ambulance and reaches that "medical center" about which Kevin lied. A lot of credit goes to the music of the film, which is the essence of the movie. I usually don't watch drama, but after American Beauty, this is the best I have seen.

Every single cast member gives a riveting and moving performance in The Mighty, a beautiful film about the power and strength of friendship and imagination and especially faith. Max is a giant stuck in 7th grade because of his low IQ. He forges a very close friendship with newcomer Kevin, a tiny scientific genius with a severe back deformity. Max protects Kevin from bullies, and Kevin teaches Max about the Knights of the Round Table. With Kevin on Max's shoulders, they go around on adventures and doing good deeds like their heroes, the Knights.My only problem with this film is that I think Sharon Stone gets way too much credit. Don't get me wrong, she does an amazing job. It's just that I don't think her role is that big compared to the rest. Other than that, it's AMAZING!!!!!In the words of another enthusiastic commenter: "Rent it, buy it, SEE IT!!!"

If there's ever a chance for me to write to the actors 'Kevin' and 'Max', I want to say 'thank you' to them and the producer.I chanced upon this movie, and was swept over by the story....The whole movie is about the friendship between Max and Kevin. It's a movie that springs forth love, hope, and faith in this chaotic world. To have this in real life is rare, but I hope that my life can be true and be like Max, to have courage and do to the good deeds, to be like Kevin, to give hope to others.The first scene that moved my heart is when Max carried Kevin on him for the fireworks. It is a beautiful scene where self-giving and love are shown.The music in this movie plays a very important role. The songs and music are very well chosen for the movie. They are also played at the right time during the movie to bring out the spirit.Thank you and well done! Let's be a channel of love, hope and faith to others in this chaotic world.

This is a somewhat traditional corny Hollywood movie, designed to pluck your heartstrings. It succeeds admirably making you weep both with joy and sorrow. If you don't want to be seen teary-eyed, don't watch this with others.If you were a kid who was beaten up every day of your life at school, or or had an abusive parent, this movie is a triumph fantasy.The hero of the story is really the secondary Kieran Culkin character the "cripple" who simply does not let his handicap slow him down for a second. He displays not the tiniest scrap of self pity.It is a love story of sorts, without any sexual overtones, about two misfit kids getting together and by combining talents enriching both their lives.