By the end of 9th grade, is there anyone in America that hasn’t read To Kill a Mockingbird? The film version as almost as well loved as the novel. As a former English teacher, I can assure you that after we read the novel, I always treated my class to a viewing of the film version. (I could rationalize showing films with the best of them!)
I am excited to announce the September feature for Food ‘n Flix, the classic To Kill a Mockingbird.
Sometimes I really miss teaching, especially when I think about some of my favorite American classics like Harper Lee’s novel, To Kill a Mockingbird (and The Great Gatsby).
Harper Lee’s first novel was published in 1960 and soon after won the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. It was made into a movie in 1962, winning Gregory Peck a Best Actor Oscar. (The film itself was nominated for seven other Academy Awards including Best Picture.) For so many years, this was Lee’s only novel until Go Set the Watchman (2015) was published (not without a bit of controversy).
The film has become a classic, just like the novel.
I can’t help but laugh at Dill, loosely based on Lee’s early friendship with Truman Capote. “My Lord, Aunt Stephanie, you almost gave me a heart attack!”
Then, there’s Scout’s six-year-old precociousness (perhaps loosely based on Lee herself).
There is probably more food in the novel than in the film but there are still some good Southern food references: biscuits, collard greens…
…and there’s always the ham.
Revisit this film from your junior high days with your foodie goggles on. But, if you need a jump start, you might want to check out Dinner and a Movie. If you want a Cliff Notes food lesson from the novel, here are some good sites: Food in TKAM (a lesson plan) and Recipes from TKAM.
I hope you revisit this classic film with Food ‘n Flix. Deadline for postings is September 30.
- Email your submission to eliotseats@gmail.com and cc Heather at heather@foodnflixclub.com by September 30 (end of the day wherever you are).
- Please put “Food ‘n Flix Submission” in the subject line of your email.
- Your post must be current (during month posted) and PLEASE do not link up if you don’t talk at least briefly about the chosen film in your post. We’re watching the movies and bringing them into the kitchen, so tell us your inspiration for your dish!
- Interact with other Food ‘n Flix Club participants! Drop by the other participant’s post to see what they thought of the movie and what it inspired them to make that month. Leave a comment when you have a moment and/or give a social media shout-out. Remember, it’s about the movie…but it’s also about watching and cooking and talking it out!
- NEW! (as of 8/17/16) Participate via Instagram: follow all of the same rules as above, but instead of posting on your blog (if you don’t have one, are taking a blogging break, or just don’t have time to write a blog post), share your photo via Instagram. Your Instagram account must be public and you must include the following IN YOUR CAPTION: short intro, recipe, #FoodnFlix, tag current host (if they are on Instagram).
Thanks so much for being our host this month, Debra. I watched the film a couple of days ago…believe it or not…for the first time. Looking forward to seeing the recipes it inspires!
You are welcome, Heather. You win the prize for being the first to post up!
That is an excellent choice Debra. In Canada we do not read that book but all have heard of it. It has been years since I saw the movie so this is great.
Glad FnF could give you a good excuse to watch this again. 🙂
I love this movie and I loved the novel. Atticus was my hero until I read Watchman and then I was crushed for weeks on end.
I am still a bit ambivalent about Go Set the Watchman. (A) I didn’t think it was great writing. (B) Like I said, I’m undecided……
I have read the book many, many times, but I have never seen the movie. Happy to do so this month. Thanks for hosting.
I almost love the movie more, Camilla.
This is a blast from the past! I need to get my schedule organized and participate in Food and Flix again. I see there are some new rules about linking up, plus now Instagram!
Also thanks for those links Dinner and a Movie and Food in TKAM. Going to check those out.
It’s been a while since FnF had a “classic” movie. Hope you do join up this month, Tina.
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Wish I had time to participate this month because I loved this book. In fact I reread it a year ago. I’ve been wanting to go back and watch the film and now I think I will. Great choice for Food ‘n Flix. BTW – I read Go Set the Watchman a couple of months ago and it was a huge disappointment. I think there was a reason why she personally did publish it.
Wish you had time, too. Or, if too busy just live vicariously when I post up the round-up. (I have the same thoughts on book two…)
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Great film choice! I haven’t read the book or watched the film since Jr. High, so it was good to revisit. I really love all the positive lessons in this story!
Thanks, Sarah. Your inspired meal was totally over-the-top!!!!