To Kill a Mockingbird: Great Monologues–Peck’s “All Men Are Created Equal”

In the film adaptation of Harper Lee’s novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, Gregory Peck delivers a stunning closing argument monologue that leaves a lasting impact on the viewer.

Peck plays Atticus Finch, a small-town lawyer defending a black man falsely accused of rape. With unwavering conviction, Peck captures the essence of Atticus, delivering a poignant speech that speaks to the human spirit and embodies the virtues of courage, compassion, and equality.

My Pioneering Oscar Book (now in 11 edition, published in 1986)

Peck’s masterful portrayal of Atticus Finch, which deservedly earned him his first and only Best Actor Oscar, is a testament to his exceptional talent as an actor and solidifies his place as a legend.