This movie sticks closely to John Steinbeck’s exceptional novel, with only slight changes made to satisfy the censors. Burgess Meredith does a terrific job as “George,” who travels from one place to another alongside his kindhearted friend "Lennie" (played just as effectively by Lon Chaney Jnr.). They both dream of saving enough money to buy their own small farm and start raising alfalfa for Lennie’s rabbits. When th…

The film adaptation of Steinbeck’s short novel, Of Mice and Men, proves to be exceptional. It adheres closely to the original narrative and develops the characters from the book in a satisfying way. Lon Chaney Jr. portrays Lennie, who is portrayed as simple-minded, trusting, and viewing the world in very basic terms. Burgess Meredith takes on the role of George, his companion and caretaker, whose treatment of Lennie …