The 1962 film ‘To Kill a Mockingbird,’ directed by Robert Mulligan and shot by cinematographer Russell Harlan, remains a timeless piece of cinema. Its technical prowess, combined with powerful storytelling, brings Harper Lee’s seminal novel to life. Let’s delve into the cinematic techniques that make the film a masterpiece, focusing on Mulligan’s direction, Harlan’s cinematography, and the use of black and white to enhance the narrative.