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Team Bookends Favourite Oscar Winning Book Adaptations

As it is Oscar seasons, we have had a look back at some of our favourite books that have been adapted for the big screen to award-winning success and assessed how they measured up to the original paper and ink versions.

 

The help

The Help – Normally stand strong on the standpoint, ‘the book is ten times better than the film’ but one of the best book to film adaptations I’ve seen is The Help. I loved everything about it, from the setting, to the cast and the fact that it never strayed too far from the book both in terms of plot and dialogue. The Help was nominated for four Academy Awards in 2012 and Octavia Spencer won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Minny Jackson, which was thoroughly deserved. I love how many strong female roles are in this film and the strength of character that was based on real-life events. Read the book and then watch the film, I guarantee you’ll love both! – Ella 

 

PicMonkey gone with the wind

 

Gone with the wind – This was my favourite film growing up – I think it has a lot to do with all of Vivian Leigh’s incredible dresses – that green one made out of drapes! When I was old enough to handle such a weighty tome, I read Margaret Mitchell’s classic. This is a rare case where I’ll stick with the film. The book is way too miserable! – Abbie

 

PicMonkeybroke back

 

Broke Back Mountain – I studied Annie Proulx’s short story, Brokeback Mountain whilst I was an University and was really moved by it. I loved the film adaptation because it captured the stifling and oppressive reality of life for gay men in rural North America perfectly, and drew attention to a real cultural issue that is still prevalent today. Also, who doesn’t love watching a Heath Ledger film?! – Jeska 

 

immitation

 

The Imitation Game – A book to film that renamed itself in the process. a great film, a very interesting and engaging film that leaves you on the end wanting him to crack the code. Such a wonderful story about a very intelligent and dedicated man. – Abbie H 

 

PicMonkey silence of lambs

The Silence of the Lambs – A bit of a curve-ball on Boonends, taut and tense, Silence of the Lambs is hypnotic and terrifying horror at its very best. The sequels leave a lot to be desired, but who will ever forget Anthony Hopkins’ iconic lip smacking? – Fleur

 

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