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Michael Crichton both wrote and directed this book and movie which is based on a real train robbery. Find out how book and movie compare!

Find out how the movie compares with the true story of the first woman to swim the English Channel.

The Time Traveler’s Wife By Audrey Niffenegger (2003) The Time Traveler’s Wife directed by Robert Schwentke (2009) This was requested by Saphirrewitch, so I hope you like the video and be sure and comment your thoughts. I don’t know if Saphirrewitch is a big fan of the book, but to anyone watching who loves the

The Academy Award winning movie starring Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, and Timothy Hutton is based on a book by Judith Guest.

I just did a Little Women book vs movie where I compared the 2019 movie with the book. I decided I wanted to watch the previous three well-known adaptations too, and make video sharing which follows the book most faithfully, and which one is my personal favorite of the bunch! 1933 dir. George Cukor This

Find out how the Greta Gerwig adaptation compares with Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel!

Blake Crouch’s best selling book is now a show starring Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly. Find out how the two compare!

Luca Guadagnino directs Timothee Chalamet and Armie Hammer in the adaptation about a teen who has a life changing summer romance.

This John Irving classic was adapted into a Christian movie. Does the movie do the book justice, or did they overly simplify the novel?

This iconic movie which spawned a franchise that has spanned decades, was based on a book by a French author.

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman are a fantastic duo in this movie about witches based on the book by Alice Hoffman. Find out how the two compare!

Tim Burton adapted this story of a man who is trying to connect with his dying father-a man who couldn’t help but exaggerate the stories of his life.

Stephen King’s first ever best seller was adapted by famed director David Cronenberg. Find out how the story of a man who can see the future differs from book to movie!

Find out how the true story of a stray dog who becomes attached to an adventure racer compares to the new Mark Wahlberg movie!

This YA novel is about two boys who form a sweet friendship, but the whole story has a dark undercurrent due to it taking place during the Holocaust.

Denis Villeneuve’s highly anticipated Dune Part Two is finally out-but does he capture the messaging of the book that Frank Herbert intended?

This book and movie are both a surrealist story of a man connecting with his past. Find out what was changed from book to film!

Find out how this symbolic movie about a teenager at sea with a tiger, compares to the award winning book it was based on!

Frank Herbert created the epic world of Dune which has recently been adapted by Denis Villeneuve.

Audrey Hepburn turned Holly Golightly into an icon. But how does the movie compare with the book which was written by Truman Capote?

This critically acclaimed movie starring Jeffery Wright was adapted from a book by Percival Everett. Find out how the two compare!

Tina Fey’s iconic comedy was adapted from a self help book! Find out how book and movie compare, and how the new remake compares with the original.

There are strange experiments happening on the island of Doctor Moreau…Find out how this iconic book compares to three different movie adaptations!

How does this musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s book compare with the award winning novel?

Find out what is different between the New York Times best seller (how did that happen??) and its Netflix adaptation about the end of the world.

This slow burn thriller by Otessa Moshfegh was adapted into a movie starring Anne Hathaway and Thomasin Mckenzie. FInd out how the two compare!

written by Laura J. Forrest Gump by Winston Groom (1986) Forrest Gump directed Robert Zemeckis (1994) This is a book vs movie topic that was requested by Ryan, as well as Shelby from longdogbookreviews. Forrest’s childhood In the movie I’m not sure if Forrest’s dad left them, or if he died (I’m thinking he left

H.G. Wells first novel is about a man who travels thousands of years into the future and meets the Eloi and the Morlocks. Find out how the 1960 movie compares!

Martin Scorsese teams up with Leonardo DiCaprio to adapt the Dennis Lehane thriller, Shutter Island! This movie is stays very close to the book, bu there is still just so much to talk about with this mindbending story!

Sofia Coppola has adapted Priscilla Presley’s memoir into a stunning movie all about Priscilla’s relationship with Elvis Presley. But is the movie all vibes and no substance?

Roald Dahl’s whimsical story of a magical chocolate maker has been adapted twice. One starring Gene Wilder and the other starring Johnny Depp. Find out how each movie compares to the book!

Martin Scorsese’s 3.5 hour movie about the Osage tribe who were murdered over the span of years, was adapted from a book by David Grann who researched the true story. Find out how the movie compares with the truth.

Stephen King’s novella about an evil hotel room was adapted into the movie with John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson. Find out how the two compare!

Shirley Jackson’s story about a family that is isolated from the town gives you a lot to analyze. But does the movie adaptation from 2018 capture the ambiguity or do they dumb it down?

Bram Stoker’s Dracula has taken on a life of its own. After reading the book I watched 6 different Dracula movies to find out which one is the most faithful, and if being more faithful makes for a better adaptation.

The first James Bond book wasn’t (truly) adapted until 2006, when Daniel Craig made his first appearance at the British spy. Find out how the movie compares with the book!

Kenneth Banagh’s latest Hercule Poirot movie is an adaptation of Halloween Party. This is the loosest Christie adaptation he has made, but were the changes from book to movie for the better?

Dumb Money is the insane true story of when a group of people on Analysis caused a short squeeze in the stock market. Find out how the movie compares to this real life David and Goliath story!

Daphne Du Maurier’s gothic thriller was adapted into a movie starring Rachel Weisz in the title role-find out how the two compare!

The Player is a satire about the Hollywood film industry. Find out how the book compares to this star-studded movie!

The San Fransisco Zodiac killer has sparked numerous movies, but the 2007 David FIncher movie is based on the book by Robert Graysmith who has spent decades trying to crack the case.

The Last Voyage of the Demeter is an adaptation of a chapter from Dracula. Find out what I think of the movie, and how it compares to the Bram Stoker book!

Disney’s iconic movie is based on the popular children’s book by P.L. Travers. Find out the changes that were made from book to film!

Corner Office starring Jon Hamm is based on the surrealist Swedish novel about corporate life. What do each o them mean? And what is different between the two?

Terry McMillan’s book (that is based on a real experience of hers) was adapted into the popular movie starring Angela Bassett and Taye Diggs. Find out how the movie compares to the book and what happened in the true story behind the book!

Find out how Peter Benchley’s novel compares to the iconic Steven Spielberg summer blockbuster!

In the sequel we see the four friends in college, trying to balance school, romance, friendships, family, and of course, the pants.

Stronger is the true story of Jeff Bauman, who lost both of his legs in the Boston Marathon bombing and how he learned to walk again-both literally and figuratively.

Ella Enchanted is a fun retelling of Cinderella which was adapted into the movie starring Anne Hathaway. Find out how different the book and movie are!

This coming of age story follows four best friends who each learn different things about themselves over one summer. But how does the NY Times best seller compare with the movie?

Find out how the Tia Williams novel compares with the Netflix movie starring Gabrielle Union!

This gothic mystery includes a fictionalized version of Edgar Allan Poe and the movie stars Christian Bale. Find out why this is a great adaptation and a great mystery!

Cormac McCarthy’s best-selling book was adapted by Joel and Ethan Coen’s who made it into an Academy Award winning movie. When it comes to which is better, it’s a nearly impossible choice!

The character created by Gregory Mcdonald and made famous by Chevy Chase is returning with Jon Hamm in the lead! How does this comedic mystery novel compare to the movie??

This gritty, noir novel was adapted into the atmospheric movie starring Ryan Gosling. Find out how the two compare and which I like best!

The Birds directed by Alfred Hitchcock starring Tippi Hedren has become so iconic. But did you know it is based on a short story by Daphne du Maurier? Find out how the two compare and which I like best!

The new Matt Johnson movie starring Glenn Howerton and Jay Baruchel documents the true story of the BlackBerry phone. But how close does it stay to the truth? Check out today’s episode to find out!

Patricia Highsmith’s novel about a troubled man whose life starts to get out of hand, was adapted into movie starring Matt Damon, Jude Law, and Gwyneth Paltrow.

This beloved coming of age book and movie tells the story of a young girl who is navigating life in a new school, getting her period, and trying to figure out what religion she wants to be. Hear how the book and movie differ, and which I like best!

David Lowery’s adaptation of the beloved Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie is a fun, beautifully shot movie. But how does it compare to the book? I was surprised how much I loved the book, so the movie had a lot to live up to!

Frank Darabont adapted Stephen King’s novella The Mist, which is about a group of people that are trapped in a grocery store when a mysterious mist takes over the town. Find out how the two compare and what the movie changed!

Taylor Jenkins Reid is a popular author who is finally being adapted! One True Loves tells the story of a women who is torn between two loves. Is the movie able to capture the chemistry between the characters in the book? Check out today’s episode and find out!

John Steinbeck’s magnum opus was adapted into a movie starring one of the three roles James Dean was in. The movie captures just a fragment of the book, so here I get into the details that the movie left out and what they changed.

The Shawshank Redemption by Stephen King was adapted into an Academy Award nominated movie. Critical acclaim aside, this movie is near and dear to so many hearts. But how does the film compare with the novella?

Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel was adapted into a movie directed by Stephen Spielberg, and later turned into a musical! But how does the movie compare to the book?

Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio reunite after Titanic to play an unhappy couple who form a plan to rejuvenate their life. How does the movie compare to the Richard Yates novel it is based on?

Stephen King’s sister novel to Dolores Claiborne was adapted by Mike Flanagan for Netflix. Does the movie change the the details of the plot? DO they keep the terrible book ending? Find out here!

This classic by Steinbeck is commonly read in schools and I’m betting the 1992 adaptation is often watched afterwards. But is the ’92 adaptation faithful to the book?

This sci-fi horror story was adapted into a movie with Vincent Price. How do the two compare?

Rocketman is the amazing biopic of Elton John, but how does it compare to the real events?

A Princess of Mars is a sci-fi classic which inspired so many future books and movies. Despite its influence, it was adapted until 100 years after the book was released. So, how does the Disney movie compare with the book?

James Ellroy popular noir crime thriller was adapted into a critically acclaimed movie. The book is very complex, so the question is: how were they able to make such a successful and faithful adaptation of an “adaptable” book?

Nocturnal Animals is the cerebral thriller about a woman who reads her ex-husbands novel and is deeply effected by it. The book and movie are similar on the surface, but the deeper message might be interpreted differently.

The true story of Kit and Michael’s relationship and Kit’s cancer diagnosis was made into a movie starring Jim Parsons in 2022. The memoir is amazing, but how does the movie compare?

Richard Matheson’s ground breaking novella has inspired so many other books, movies, and even video games. But how does the original story compare with the 2007 Will Smith adaptation?

Dreamcatcher isn’t considered one of King’s better novels, but did the movie make improvements on the book? Or did it just make things worse…?

Ken Kesey’s novel was an instant hit and was turned into a play the following year. The movie adaptation took a bit longer, but when it was released it was critically acclaimed. Find out how the two differ and which I think wins!

C.S. Lewis’s classic fantasy series about the world of Narnia began with The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. How does the 2005 adaptation compare to the book?

Amy Tan’s famous novel was adapted soon after its publication. How does the movie compare with this groundbreaking novel?

This is one of the most famous war novels there is. It tells of the horror of war and what it does to the human soul in great detail. How does the 2022 movie compare?

The Wonder is about a nurse who is tasked to watch over a girl who claims to have not eaten in four months. Find out what the secret is, and how book and movie compare!

Three Assassins/Grasshopper is the story a man whose life gets turned upside down when he becomes involved in the world of an underground crime syndicate. Does the humor and heart of the book translate on to the screen?

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is one of the most famous science fiction/monster stories of all time. It has been adapted many times, but I will be comparing it with the Boris Karloff movies as well as the 1994 version.

The Uninvited is about a brother and sister who buy a house which is haunted by not one ghost, but two! Find out what the mystery is behind these two spirits, and how the 1944 adaptation compares!

Shirley Jackson’s novel is a masterclass in building dread and psychological horror. Does the 1963 adaptation stay true to the book? Listen and find out!

Rebecca is the famous gothic novel which was adapted into a movie directed by none other than Alfred Hitchcock. Find out why this book is still so famous nearly 100 years later, and how the movie compares.

John Steinbeck of one of America’s great writers, and today I am talking about one of his most famous books which was adapted into a critically acclaimed movie-The Grapes of Wrath. The movie leaves out a bit from the book as well as changing the ending. Check out this book vs movie to find out what was changed and what the end of the book means.

These coming of age stories written by John Steinbeck are about Jody as he faces adult situations and emotions for the first time. The movie stays true to the book in some ways, but find out why the books wins!

This Marilyn Monroe thriller is based on a book about a mentally unstable babysitter. How does the Monroe movie compare with the book? Listen and find out!

This feel-good novel by Nick Horny was adapted into a movie starring Hugh Grant and Nicholas Hoult. Does the movie capture the humor and heart of the book?

The true story of two twins who had a co-dependent relationship has been adapted into a vibrant, beautiful, and tragic movie. But how does the movie compare to the true story?

This famous Philip K. Dick sci-fi novel was adapted in the movie Blade Runner, which has eclipsed the book in some ways. The two are very different, so check out today’s discussion to hear what each one is actually about.

You come to me on the day of my daughter’s wedding and ask me to make a video about The Godfather in exchange for money? Welcome to why the book wins, my name is laura and today I am going to make you an offer you cant refuse, so watch out becuase you just might

George Miller’s latest movie is an adaption of The Djinn in the Nightingales Eye. An incredible story that takes place in modern day, but transports us back through the last three thousand years. The book and movie have some differing themes, but I think they have the same conclusion (though others may disagree with my interpretation).

This Patricia Highsmith novel was adapted into a movie starring Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara. The movie is perfectly cast, but does the book still win in comparison?

Richard Wright’s famous novel has been adapted multiple times, the most recent version being modified to take place in todays day. Can any of these movies really compare to the book which goes so in depth into the character of Bigger Thomas and what led his to make the choices he did?

Looking back on the 53 book vs movie episodes I have covered on Why the Book Wins! Sharing what I think are the best books, the best movies, as well as the ones I wasn’t too keen on. I also share what you can expect going into season three!

Bullet Train is a fast paced action comedy by Japanese author Kotaro Isaka that was adapted into a movie starring Brad Pitt. I loved this book so much, so the movie had big shoes to fill. Did it do the book justice, and what changes were made? Listen and find out!

Doctor Sleep is a kind of the sequel to The Shining-one of the most beloved book and movies of all time! Can Stephen King pull it off? And what about the movie adaption?? Find out how the two compare as well as how they each incorporate The Shining.

This Delia Owens best seller was adapted into a movie produced by Reese Witherspoon. Does the movie stay true to the book? And what’s the deal with Owens shady past??

The Gray Man is an action movie about a CIA agent who becomes the target of every assassin in the world. Does this impressive cast and blockbuster directors give us a movie as exciting as the book??

This Gillian Flynn novel is about a woman uncovering the truth of who killed her family. The adaptation stars Charlize Theron, and even though it is true to the book-the book wins. FInd out why!

Ken Kesey’s magnum opus isn’t nearly as well known as his first novel, despite being adapted into a movie starring Paul Newman, Henry Fonda and Lee Remick. Today I talk about why I love this book so much, and how it compares to the 1971 movie.

The Beguiled is a tense story of an injured man who is brought back to health by a group of women and girls. It has been adapted twice, once with Clint Eastwood and Geraldine Page, then again with Colin Farrell and Nicole Kidman. But does either film do the book justice?

This classic Roald Dahl children’s book was adapted by Danny DeVito! The movie stays close to the book, but which one is best?

This great kids book by Louis Sachar was adapted into a movie starring Shia LaBeouf, Sigourney Weaver and Jon Voight! Sachar wrote the screenplay himself, so does that mean the movie stays faithful?

This underrated Stephen King book was adapted into a movie starring Kathy Bates and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Even though we get great performances, there is something lacking and some changes made which cause me to not like the movie as much as the book.

Joe is a novel by Larry Brown that was adapted into a movie starring Nicolas Cage and Tye Sheridan. Everyone in this movie delivers an amazing, real performance. But are these performances enough to make me say the movie wins over the book?

This novel is more of a horror story than the romance Andrew Lloyd Weber turned it into. Having said that, the musical is surprisingly close to the book! The Lon Chaney stays true to the horror side of the story, but that movie has its own differences in regards to speeding up the story. Listen to how all three compare!

This memoir was adapted into a movie starring Woody Harrelson and Brie Larson. The movie is a faithful adaption, but it leaves some details out that are key in the book.

This Stephen King novel about a girl who has the ability to control fire has been adapted twice. Does either do the book justice? can John Carpenter and Zac Efron save the 2022 adaptation from being a disappointment? Is Drew Barrymore a bad child actor?? Check out this book vs movie to find out!

This Stephen King novella was made into a movie starring Johnny Depp, who was riding the high from his Pirates of the Caribbean movie. The movie makes a change that totally took me by surprise! But does this change make the story better or worse?

Room by Emma Donoghue was adapted into a movie starring Brie Larson and Jacob Trembley. This powerful story has some changes from book to movie, and in the end, which wins?

Zora Neale Hurston is a famous African American author who wrote Their Eyes Were Watching God, which was adapted into a movie starring Halle Berry and produced by Oprah Winfrey. How does the movie compare to this classic novel about a woman finding true love, and finding herself?

This Ridley Scott movie starring Nicholas Cage and Sam Rockwell was adapted from the novel by Eric Garcia. The story follows the story of a conman whose daughter shows up and changes his life and the life of his partner. The movie makes some changes to the end, but overall follows the book pretty close!

The Road is a desolate novel by Cormac McCarthy which was adapted into a movie starring Viggo Mortensen and Kodi Smit0McPhee. The movie stays very true to the book! Check out today’s episode to learn what I thought of each and what minor changes were made.

Larry McMurtry’s debut novel was soon adapted into a critically acclaimed movie starring Paul Newman as the unlikeable Hud. This is a desolate coming of age story about a teen living in Texas. The movie makes some key changes, listen to find out!

This beloved Douglas Adams quirky, scifi novel was adapted in 2005 starring Sam Rockwell, Martin Freeman and Zooey Deschanel. The movie makes some changes from book to movie, check out what the changes are, and which one wins!

Anne of Green Gables is a beloved book about an orphan girl who is adopted by an aging brother and sister and the impact she has on those around her. The best adaptation is the 1985 TV movie version and today I talk about why I love both!

This Patricia Highsmith novel about a suburban couple who have a toxic relationship was adapted into a movie starring Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas. The movie stays true to the novel up until the end-find out what has been changed!

This Walter Tevis novel was adapted into a movie starring Paul Newman. It was a critically renowned movie, and for good reason! There is one huge change from book to movie which gives the movie an even stronger meaning.

This David O. Russel movie stars Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawerence and Robert De Niro and is based on the novel by Matthew Quick. Both focus on mental illness, bipolar disorder in the movie and brain damage in the book. Even though the book and movie are very similar, there are some big changes made.

After Yang is based on the short story by Alexander Weinstein from his book Children of the New World. This takes place in a sci-fi future where “technosapiens” have been created. The movie takes things in a different direction than I thought they would. Listen to here what I thought of both!

The Lost Daughter is directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, adapted from the book by Italian author Elena Ferrante. This isn’t a book or movie everyone loves, and some people have, understandably, conflicted feelings. The movie follows the source novel very close with really just one change to end. Hear what’s different, and my thoughts on both!

This critically acclaimed movie is based on the novel by Thomas Savage. Both are amazing and the movie stays pretty close to the book. Here, I discuss the nuances in each, the meaning of both, and what few things were changed from book to movie.

The Double by Jose Saramago was made into the movie Enemy directed by by Denis Villeneuve. Understanding the meaning of either is difficult and whereas the movie has a more definite meaning, the book seems more open to interpretation. Listen to me try to make sense of the book, followed by a chat with The Forgotten Cinema Podcast about the movie!

The new adaptation of one of Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot murder mystery. Directed by and starring Kenneth Branagh and stars Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer and Branagh as Poirot. There aren’t too many changes from book to movie, but there are some key details left out of the movie!

Cold Mountain is an award winning book and movie telling the story of Inman as he returns home. Both book and movie are so critically acclaimed, but in the end, which is the better of the two?

The new George Clooney movie starring Ben Affleck is based on the memoir about a boy who is raised by a bar. The movie makes some big changes to this heartfelt story. But do those changes do justice to the real events?

The popular Harry Hole detective novel by Norwegian Jo Nesbo was made into a notoriously bad movie starring Michael Fassbender. Today I discuss the changes that were made to the script, some of the logistical reasons behind the failure of the movie, and what I thought of this winter murder mystery.

The sequel to Jurassic Park was a highly anticipated book and movie. Here, I not only talk about how The Lost World book and movie compare, but I also couldn’t help comparing it to the first Jurassic Park as well.

Stephen King’s The Shining was adapted by the famous Stanley Kubrick starring Jack Nicholson. This movie is so famous and well loved, despite being so different from the book in a lot of ways. I talk about the differences that were made, as well as talking about why I love both book and movie for their separate strengths.

The Revenant is based on a true story of Hugh Glass, but both book and movie took liberties with the story seeing as little of the truth is known. Which version of this incredible event is the best? And find out some huge differences between book and movie.

Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol is one of the most well known Christmas stories of all time. It has been adapted time and time again; but today I will be comparing it with the 1984 version starring George C. Scott. Hear how the two compare!

Guillermo Del Toro directs the movie adaptation which stars Bradley Cooper and Cate Blanchett. How does it compare with the noir carnival book by William Lindsay Gresham? This is a great adaptation, but there are some changes to be talked about. I also analyze the characters and the message of this great story.

Little Women is a literary classic that has been adapted many times. Here, we talk about how the book compares with the latest movie from 2019 directed by Greta Gerwig.

Beloved is the Pulitzer prize winning novel by Toni Morrison. It’s about people that are haunted by their past-their past abuses as well as their own actions from the past. The movie stars Oprah Winfrey and Danny Glover in the lead roles. The movie follows the book very closely, but there is still a lot to break down here as we discuss the differences between book and movie, and the deep symbolism in both.

This Ridley Scott film has been highly anticipated. Did it live up to the hype? And how does it compare to the true story which we read about in the book by Sarah Gay Forden? Is this story of murder, madness, glamor and greed within the Gucci family better told in book or movie?

This iconic Martin Scorsese film is based on the book Wiseguy. The movie follows the true story of Henry Hill very close; but does it still end up falling short of the book?

This iconic movie starring Johnny Depp and Benicio Del Toro is based on a book by the gonzo journalist, Hunter S. Thompson. A lot of people thought this book was unadaptable-were they right? Find out how the book and movie compare!

This story shines a light on the story of the black cowboys of North Philadelphia. With that as its backdrop, we are told a story about family, relationships, community and love. The book is meant for a teenage audience, while the movie has a more adult approach. When ended up being the version?

Many people name this gothic novel as their favorite book and it is with good reason! This movie adaptation stars Mia Wasikowska and Michael Fassbender and is the best version in my opinion. Find out why I love both book and movie so much!

This is one of Agatha Christie’s personal favorites of hers, is the movie just as good? Starring Glenn Close and directed by Gilles Paquet-Brenner, find out how this murder mystery compares to its original source novel!

Gillian Flynn wrote this psychological thriller which has so many turns, you never know what to expect. The movie stars Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike and follows the book fairly close. However there are some key elements left out of the movie, which causes the overall theme to change considerably.

This 90’s slasher stars Jennifer Love Hewitt, Freddie Prinze Jr, Ryan Phillippe and Sarah Michelle Gellar. The novel is by the fairly well known Lois Duncan and there are so many differences between the two!

Oprah Winfrey stars in the movie which tells the story of the HeLa cells, and the woman behind .them. The book finally tells the world the truth about Henrietta Lacks and how she changed the world. The movie is well done, but how does it compare with the book?

Kathy Bates portrayal of the psychotic number one fan has gone down in film history. There’s no denying that Misery is an amazing movie, but how does it compare to the original Stephen King novel? We go deep as I discuss the symbolism of Annie Wilkes, and the power writing can have over your demons. As well as the differences from book to movie-and there’s a lot!

In the wake of Stalin’s death, those in his close circle battle it out to see how will be next in charge. How much does this British comedy change from the original comic book? And how much of it actually happened in real life?

The Soviet Union under the control of Stalin is an interesting setting as it is. Then we have the Leo, an officer of the government who starts questioning his blind obedience. Then on top of that, there area series of murders that need solving! Find out how this intriguing book compares with the movie!

The chivalric romance set in King Arthur’s court about Sir Gawain and The Green Knight. The original source is a poem, which is really more like a short story. There is a lot of symbolism and metaphors in both book and movie, and here I explain both while comparing the differences!

Special One Year episode where I share my favorite and least favorite adaptations I’ve covered as well as my least favorite! I also share why I started this podcast in the first place; and what you can expect going into my second year!

The incredible true story of a boy who was lost, and reunited with his family 26 years later. How does the memoir compare with the movie adaptation?

A memoir that was adapted into a movie starring Robert DeNiro and Paul Dano. This is a great film adaptation, but there is still so much to discuss when it comes to this incredible story.

Two magicians have a feud which will eventually lead to their demise. The movie is a great adaptation, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some huge changes between the book and movie.

We Were Soldiers documents the Ia Drang battle in Vietnam which was the first time the US military and Vietnam military officially battled. Here I discuss the book and movie adaptation with my brother who has a different perspective since he himself is in the Army!

The story of a black cop who goes undercover in the KKK. The craziest part? It’s based on a true story. But does the movie stick to the truth, or did exaggerate when bringing this story to the big screen?

There are a lot of things eating at Gilbert Grape in both the book and the movie. The movie was adapted by the author himself, but did he still end up making some big changes?

Eddie is a deadbeat, but when then he gains access for a drug that propels him to the top of the business world. But does the Eddie in the movie have the same fate as the Eddie in the book?

Slumdog Millionaire is based on the Book Q and A. You’ll soon find out that they changed a lot more than just the title!

The movie stays true to the overall story of these three friends who grew up together. However, there are some big changes they made to one of the characters in particular.

People seem to either love or hate this movie, but what about the book? Find out what big changes were made from book to screen.

Both the book and movie leave you thinking; here I do my best to explain both while also comparing the many changes that were made!

This Clint Eastwood adaptation stays very close to the book. What is left out however is that internal dialogue that makes such a difference when trying to understand a character. Listen and find out more to understand their motives for what they do.

Adapting this James Baldwin book in a movie is a tall order, but Barry Jenkins seems to be the best man for the job. Find out what differences there are between the two and which I prefer better!

The movie makes some big changes to this suspense novel. Learn what’s different, plus learn about the author and the secrets surrounding him.

A short story, made into a movie, then from that turned into a novel; all written by Dennis Lehane. Are there still differences made? And do I prefer the book as usual, or is the movie the favored one?

This classic tale has been adapted many times, in one way or another. Here I compare the book with two of the movie versions. You may be surprised to discover what changes there are between the three.

Truth is stranger than fiction. The movie is based on the memoir of the real Frank Abagnale Jr, but did the movie feel it needed to add even more flair to the story? Listen and find out!

The movie is based on the memoir of Susana Kayson’s time in a mental institution, but how close does the movie stick to the truth of her experience?

Not many people realize Cool Hand Luke is based on a book! The movie starring Paul Newman became such a success the book has been overshadowed, but is the book even better than the movie?

This iconic movie was first a novel by Michael Crichton. The book is actually quite different from the movie and though the movie is fantastic, the book is even better! Listen to the podcast to find out why!

This Martin Scorsese thriller is one that tends to leave viewers confused, however, when you compare it with the book by Dennis Lehane, it makes perfect sense!

You can read the blog, or you can click on one of the icons below to listen to the podcast version! Click HERE for more listening options! **Warning: Spoilers for both book and movie!** Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan (2013) Crazy Rich Asians directed by Jon M. Chu (2018) This movie came out more

The book that inspired two movie adaptaions-which one sticks closest to the original? Which one has the most grit? I’m here to tell you.

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