Mike Flanagan's film, "The Life of Chuck," has finally hit theaters, presenting a beautiful celebration of life with profound themes, a heartfelt story, and an ensemble of incredible performances.

Fortunately, “Chuck” (★★★★ out of four; rated R; in select theaters June 6, nationwide June 13) is made by a filmmaker who gets King like none other. Writer/director Mike Flanagan (“Doctor Sleep,” “Gerald’s Game”) captures the uplifting and bittersweet qualities of King’s prose and brings his own gift for character depth to the story of Charles Krantz,