by Melina Leon
Fall 2017 Intern
I think one of the surest ways to
find yourself in a disagreement with someone is by telling them a film
adaptation is better than the original book. Of course, it is all a matter of
personal opinion, but what films make that unpopular opinion true?
Here are some films I feel
succeeded the books.
- Girl,
Interrupted: The book lacked so much detail that the movie included,
especially about the characters.
- The
Witches of Eastwick: The women are much more likeable in the film and are
supportive of each other, unlike in the book when they always use magic against
other women.
- The Rules
of Attraction: The book is great, but lost me toward the end because it
included a lot of unnecessary detail, and the main character, although always
shallow, became unbearably self-righteous. On screen however, he had qualities
that made me understand why he was the way he was.
- Pyscho: The character of Norman Bates is so much more charming on the screen than he is on the page.
Whether or not you always believe
the original format is best, it’s always fun to see the words come to life on
the screen!
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