AFI's 100 Years...100 Heroes & Villains: #1 Hero - Atticus Finch 

It's awesome that the greatest hero in cinema is just a normal man doing what he believes is morally right.

Atticus Finch is more of a man than a lot of people, and to me, that makes him a fantastic hero. He was the same man in the court room as he was outside the court room; that kind of integrity is difficult to retain for some people. And to have a man like that to look up to is something that reassures me.

Gregory Peck was a natural. He wasn't acting, he was naturally portraying Atticus Finch.

Atticus is the type of person I'd like to have a cup of coffee & talk about life in general with. RIP, Mr. Peck...you did good!

For me the definitive moment for this character is when he learns that Tom Robinson was killed and he now has the task of going to tell Tom's family. All this emotion comes out in this scene. Your filled with sorrow and sympathy for the family. You feel empathy towards Atticus for losing the case and then having to be the bearer of bad news. And you feel anger that this could happen and disappointment in humanity. And then that man shows up and he stands in front of Atticus and spits in his face. Atticus doesn't retaliate. He doesnt have this big angry rant. He pulls back and shows restraint and dignity. It was one of the greatest performances that you'll see.

It is a masterpiece...with all the high-tech big blockbuster movies out there today that need to have a smashing opening weekend, I am so happy that this little film has made such a lasting impression on so many. I always longed for a father like Atticus Finch. Gregory Peck's performance as well as the children are as memorable today as they were when this was first released.

One of the greatest characters ever!

An absolutely stunning movie.

The greatest hero of all time

Where is our Atticus Finch today. Sadly, we are missing men of strong character, principals and moral values. This is my favorite film of all time as it speaks directly to the essence of the human condition uncompromised - with dignity, grace and truth. I saw this at the tender age of 10 years old and never forget the impact it had on me - one amazing film. Best actor (1963) for Gregory Peck and you can see why with this iconic and timeless portrayal of A.F. “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view... Until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.” - Harper Lee To Kill a Mockingbird

I love this movie. The characters played in the movie were, just simply brilliant. I wish there were more of the same movies to enjoy.

I remember watching this list on television and cheering for Atticus.

"I was to think of these days many times. Of Jem, and Dill, and Boo Radley, and Tom Robinson. And Atticus. He would be in Jem's room all night. And he would be there when Jem waked up in the morning." The most moving moment in the most moving film I have ever seen. Makes me cry EVERY TIME.

Atticus is the walking example on how to be human

Atticus represents the good that all people should show. He's an honest American hero.

I hope this movie doesn't get erased like some other movies are these days. Glad I have this on DVD.

What great movies can do with great characters. Cinematic master work!

I get chocked up watching this...Every Time

Hard to believe that Indiana Jones, Ellen Ripley, Anne Wilkes and Alex De Large look up to this man, but there it is.

The scene where he’s leaving the courtroom perfectly encapsulates Atticus Finch-as he’s leaving, all the people in the galley stand up, to show the respect and regard they have for him, a white man who dared to defend a black man, and for the simple reason that it was the right thing to do. He did not waver or walk away, and though he knew the deck was stacked against him, he did what was right. And as he leaves, and they pay him that silent respect, he never looks up to see it, because that’s not what he did it for. He did it because it was the right thing to do. Would that we all could have some of Atticus Finch in us

He said " do your duty " all jokes aside best fictional character ever

I think I'll pass on Go Set a Watchman. Atticus would never, ever be a bigot

Stunning forever

My favorite movie character of all time :)

Atticus Finch is a man to emulate.

We need more Atticus Finch's in the world...because they truly are the real heroes. The ones who all future generations should aspire to be...the fact that this book has been banned from schools in the South is so completely unreal to me. If ever a book needed to be anywhere in this country, it needs to be THERE.

I´ve just read the book. Looking forward to see the movie.

For what is worth, this is Superman's favorite movie...

My favorite character ever :D!!

"He's asleep, don't wake him."

1:31 Scout in 2012!

One of the best movies and acting I have ever seen !!!!

''You'll be alone and against each other'' and I never forget that.

Thank you so much for this.

Thank you.

I've been an AFI card carrying member since 1992, though at a lower level Chris Merrill head of it sent me lots of free jazz! *Hopkins Hannibal Lechter was voited #1 movie villain on same show

I would have been a much better Human with Atticus Finch as my father. I so thank humanity for having the ability to create such a monumital work of literature.

:'( Well, now I have to go watch this movie again.

Gregory peck is a legend

immortal...

Finding a child in Alabama to play Atticus Finch's daughter facepalm can't remember her name would be brutally difficult. Imagine the kind of bullying the person would have to endure

I'm auditioning for this role in my school play!

RIP GREGORY PECK 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

Nice

Is it possible to see the other characters?

is AFI's 100 Years... 100 Songs on RU-vid? I can't find the opening anywhere...

Perfection

Atticus Finch is mah waifu!1!

@CardiohallPictures - You can watch a special broadcast of the film with an introduction from President Obama on USA Network at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on April 7.

I don’t want you to thing bravery is holding a gun it’s doing what you know is right despite knowing it’s hard

I dunno... I think people sometimes forget the book especially is told through the POV of a child who doesn't get older than eight or nine who ADORES her father. He probably really isn't that perfect - it was just Harper Lee getting into the mind of a child. I'm sure if the book had been told from Jem's POV we would have seen Atticus completely differently. Just my two cents! :)

Kayla you will be missed. You have no idea how much.

Eat your heart out avengers

Why do the kids call him by his name, rather then dad? Or father?

And Alex Forrest lmao

Всё равно я считаю, что Грегори Пек слишком красив и молод для роли Аттикуса Финча. Хотя сыграл прекрасно!

Pretty sure this is what we all need with the riots nowadays......

Kayla

Kayla to have a walk

No dislikes!:D

The number one hero in movie history is actually a lawyer, the most despised profession after bankers and tax collectors. Funny isn't it?

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Cute movie here… 1:52 🔥💓 👇👇

This was a great segment but would've really liked to have seen a voice representing the black community's interpretation of the legendary movie.

It is stupid Hannibal Lector was the number one villain. He wasn't even the better villain IN THAT MOVIE!!!!

The Number 1 Greatest Movie Hero is Michael Keaton Batman in my world!!!!!!

Kayla too talk

I mean that he was made to seem like a perfect person. He had less flaws than Jesus!

boo radley

it is NEVER fitting and proper or even prudent...to judge anyone until sufficient evidence is at hand. If it walks like a duck, looks like a duck, Sounds like a duck...still MIGHT be a doppleganger with a DUCK soundtrack!

Tolerance

Oh, and obviously Superman should have been the number one hero. Come on, man.

I thought this character was childish, he was perfect in every way, like a propaganda poster.