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Tag: Book Review

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Kate Winslet’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Emma Watson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescence

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Conflicted Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Hollywood Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic about Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Alan Rickman’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Elizabeth Debicki’s Great Adaptation of an Iconic Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Emma Watson’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Mia Goth’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Rosamund Pike’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Kate Winslet’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Celebrated Jane Austen Book

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Andrew Adamson’s Magical Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Wizards

Writer/Director: Andrew Adamson Starring: William Moseley, Georgie Henley and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

Book Review, books, fantasy, narnia, reading

“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2003) – Alfonso Cauron’s Awe-Inspiring Harry Potter Adaptation

Director: Alfonso Cauron Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical … More

Book Review, books, fantasy, harry-potter, movies

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Amazing Jane Austen Literary Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Wealthy Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Paul Rudd’s Amazing Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Carey Mulligan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Ezra Miller’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescence

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Emma Watson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescence

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Alan Rickman’s Amazing Jane Austen Literature Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Emma Watson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride and Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Amazing Jane Austen Literary Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Rosamund Pike’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Help” (2012) – Emma Stone’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Housekeepers

Writer/Director: Tate Taylor Starring: Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard and Viola Davis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are … More

Book Review, books, jessica-chastain, movies, reviews

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Carey Mulligan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Carey Mulligan’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Jason Clarke’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Alan Rickman’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Con-Artists

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Paul Rudd’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Teenagers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Carey Mulligan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Ezra Miller’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret” (2023) – Rachel McAdams’ Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book

Writer/Director: Kelly Fremon Craig Starring: Abby Fortson, Rachel McAdams, Benny Safdie                    … More

Book Review, books, judy-blume, kathy-bates, rachel-mcadams

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Emma Watson’s Captivating Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Mesmerizing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Mia Goth’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Enola Holmes 2” (2022) – Henry Cavill’s Spectacular Sherlock Holmes Sequel

Director: Harry Bradbeer Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Louise Partridge                 … More

Book Review, book-reviews, mystery, reviews, sherlock-holmes

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Teenagers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Brilliant Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Celebrated Jane Austen Book

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Con-Artists

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Hollywood Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Johnny Simmons’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Teenagers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Amazing Jane Austen Literary Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Lonely Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Lonely Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Paul Rudd’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Ezra Miller’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Writer’s Block

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Mia Goth’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Amazing Jane Austen Literature Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Kate Winslet’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Emma Watson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Lonely Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Carey Mulligan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book about Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Carey Mulligan’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Enola Holmes 2” (2022) – Henry Cavill’s Spectacular Sherlock Holmes Sequel

Director: Harry Bradbeer Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Louise Partridge                 … More

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“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Celebrated Jane Austen Book

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

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“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Alan Rickman’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Lonely Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Lonely Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Emma” (2020) – Mia Goth’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Lonely Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Enola Holmes 2” (2022) – Henry Cavill’s Spectacular Sherlock Holmes Sequel

Director: Harry Bradbeer Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Louise Partridge                 … More

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“Enola Holmes” (2020) – Henry Cavill’s Spectacular Sherlock Holmes Period Piece

Director: Harry Bradbeer  Writer: Jack Thorne (based on book by Nancy Springer) Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Sam … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Elizabeth Debicki’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Paul Rudd’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Book About Teens

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Alan Rickman’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Glass Castle” (2017) – Brie Larson’s Dazzling Drama About Dysfunctional Families

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Co-writer: Andrew Lanham Starring: Brie Larson, Woody Harrelson and Naomi Watts ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Ezra Miller’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teenagers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of an Iconic Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Lonely Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Anxious Teenagers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Amazing Jane Austen Literature Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Rosamund Pike’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Kate Winslet’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Ezra Miller’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Amazing Adaptation of a Celebrated Jane Austen Book

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Beautiful Jane Austen Literary Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Enola Holmes 2” (2022) – Henry Cavill’s Spectacular Sherlock Holmes Sequel

Director: Harry Bradbeer Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Louise Partridge                 … More

Book Review, books, mystery, reviews, sherlock-holmes

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book about Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Paul Rudd’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) -Spike Jonze’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Elizabeth Debicki’s Great Adaptation of a Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Awe-Inspiring Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Amazing Jane Austen Literary Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Writers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Ezra Miller’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Writer’s Block

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Emma Watson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescence

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Awe-Inspiring Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Kate Winslet’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Glass Castle” (2017) – Brie Larson’s Fantastic Dysfunctional Family Drama

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Co-writer: Andrew Lanham Starring: Brie Larson, Woody Harrelson and Naomi Watts ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, memoir, reading

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Emma Watson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Elizabeth Debicki’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Mysterious Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, fiction, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Kate Winslet’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Teenagers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Jason Clarke’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Social Class

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Brilliant Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Ezra Miller’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescence

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Emma” (2020) – Mia Goth’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Social Class

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Conflicted Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Carey Mulligan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Kate Winslet’s Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

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“The Glass Castle” (2017) – Brie Larson’s Dazzling Drama About Dysfunctional Families

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Co-writer: Andrew Lanham Starring: Brie Larson, Woody Harrelson and Naomi Watts ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes … More

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“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Great Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Awe-Inspiring Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, literature

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

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“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescents

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Elizabeth Debicki’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002 ) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Lonely Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

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“Emma” (2020) – Mia Goth’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Celebrated Jane Austen Book

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Rosamund Pike’s Beautiful Jane Austen Literature Adaptation

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Jason Clarke’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation of a Famous Book About Fashionable Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

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“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” (2011). – Domhnall Gleeson’s Magical Harry Potter Conclusion

Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Fantastic Fantasy Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about … More

Book Review, books, fantasy, harry-potter, hogwarts

“Emma” (2020) – Mia Goth’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Elizabeth Debicki’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, literature, reviews, writing

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Teenage Writers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, movies, romance, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Celebrated Jane Austen Book

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, fiction, literature, reviews

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About Troubled Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, movies, screenwriting, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Carey Mulligan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, literature, reviews, writing

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Millionaires

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires … More

Book Review, books, literature, reviews, writing

“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

Book Review, books, movies, screenwriting, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Mia Goth’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

Book Review, books, emma, jane-austen, romance

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Rosamund Pike’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s … More

Book Review, books, jane-austen, literature, romance

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