Film Vs Book.

Published April 17, 2013 | By Laura

Can movie adaptations really do a book justice?

Summit Entertainment, Mr.Mudd, Entertainment One.

I am a fan of both film and novel. However, i am always a little sceptical when I see films that have been adapted from novels especially if it’s a novel I have read and loved.

Many films have been adapted from novels, The Silver Linings Playbook and The Perks Of Being A Wallflower are just two examples from last year.

I love reading but I find that if I see a movie before reading the book then I find it difficult to read the book on which the film is based (The Time Travellers Wife.) I also find that if I read the book and then see the film, if it’s not been adapted well, I sit there the entire time comparing the film to the book.

That being said, this isn’t always the case. Bridget Jones Diary was as good for me on the screen as it was on the page but it’s one of the few exceptions to my rule. Books are definitely what I favour.

Curmudgeon Films, Gran Via Productions, Mark Johnson Productions

My Sister’s Keeper is a prime example. I found the book so thought-provoking but was disappointed by the film and what I felt were unnecessary changes to the plot.

What do you think? Can a film really be as good as the book it’s based on?

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Laura

I'm Laura. I started Novel Kicks back in 2009 as I wanted a place to discuss books and writing - two loves of my life. As someone who has anxiety, these two things give me, and I am sure countless others, a much needed escape.
There is a monthly book club, writing exercises, prompts, reviews, author interviews, competitions and guest posts. I cover many genres and I hope there is something for everyone.
I grew up by the sea in Dorset and currently live in Poole with my husband, Chris and three cats. I love writing and have a BA (Hons) in Creative Writing from Falmouth University. I am writing my first book. If only I could stop pressing delete. Chris has threatened to stop it from working. Haha.
I have always loved creative writing since I was in first school and would very much like to meet my teacher, Miss Sayers, to say thank you for all the encouragement she gave me then.
When not writing, I love reading, cats, Disney, singing (I can't sing but this doesn't stop me,) and falling into a good TV show or film. If I could step into any fictional world, it would be amongst the characters in ABC's Once Upon a Time.
I love reading many genres and discovering new authors.

Film Vs Book.

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