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The Mighty (1998)

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Reviews Counted:38

Fresh:29

Rotten:9

Average Rating:6.9/10

Consensus: Heavy-handed and overwrought.

Runtime: 1 hr 40 mins

Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: Touching story of a young physically challenged boy with a taste for adventure stories who befriends his physically strong but mentally challenged neighbor so that they may act out fantastic... Touching story of a young physically challenged boy with a taste for adventure stories who befriends his physically strong but mentally challenged neighbor so that they may act out fantastic adventures. [More]

Starring: Sharon Stone, Gena Rowlands, Harry Dean Stanton, Gillian Anderson

Starring: Sharon Stone, Gena Rowlands, Harry Dean Stanton, Gillian Anderson, James Gandolfini, Kieran Culkin, Eldon Henson

Director: Peter Chelsom

Director: Peter Chelsom
Screenwriter: Charles Leavitt
Story: Rodman Philbrick
Producer: Jane Startz, Simon Fields
Composer: Trevor Jones

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Jun 29, 1999

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  • The Mighty
  • Award-winning actresses Sharon Stone (SPHERE, CASINO) and Gillian Anderson (THE X-FILES) star in this uplifting motion picture that's received overwhelming critical acclaim! With his loving and supportive mother (Stone), 13-year-old Kevin (Kieran Culkin) moves in next door to another teen, Max. Though both have problems that label them as outcasts, Kevin and Max discover that by proudly combining their strengths and uniting as one, they can overcome their individual limitations and triumph over any adversity! As the two set out on a series of courageous adventures, they find the mightiest treasure of all: friendship! With Gena Rowlands (PLAYING BY HEART) and a stellar supporting cast, THE MIGHTY is truly exceptional entertainment that will lift your spirits and touch your heart!
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    Dragan Antulov

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jun., 16 2004 01:55 PM

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    Daniel M. Kimmel

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    comment Comment | Feb., 08 2004 09:16 AM

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    Carol Cling

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    comment Comment | Aug., 22 2003 06:33 PM

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    Clint Morris

    Touching and ultimately rewarding..Culkin shines

    comment Comment | Apr., 27 2003 01:18 AM

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    Bangor Daily News (Maine)

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    John R. McEwen

    ...A cheesy, overdramatic tear-jerker full of transparent sentimentality and forced emotion.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Feb., 08 2003 08:11 AM

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    Jeffrey Westhoff

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    Dan Lybarger

    Decently acted but only moderately inspiring.

    comment Comment | Jan., 23 2003 04:56 AM

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