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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – James McAvoy’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – Daniel Radcliffe’s Spellbinding Harry Potter Masterpiece

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

“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, fiction, movies, writing

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’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 Reluctant Fundamentalist” (2013) – Mira Nair’s Powerful Political Thriller About Terrorism

Director: Mira Nair Writer: William Wheeler (based on Mohsin Hamid’s novel) Starring: Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson and Liev Schreiber ‘Riveting … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, review

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Tom Hollander’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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

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

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

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

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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Andrew Adamson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, fiction, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’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

“The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo” (2010) – David Fincher’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Feminist Detectives

Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, movies, reviews

My Favourite Helena Bonham Carter Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses attract audiences to the theatre like Helena Bonham Carter. Since the 1990’s, Carter has become a feminist … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, reviews

“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Spellbinding Harry Potter Sequel

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

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

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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Jim Broadbent’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, fiction, movies

“Adaptation” (2002) – Catherine Keener’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) – Joe Wright’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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

“American Fiction” (2023) – Cord Jefferson’s Captivating Classic About Black Writers

Writer/Director: Cord Jefferson Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown                   … More

american-fiction, Book Review, books, fiction, writing

“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Feminist Writers

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, little-women, movies

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’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

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Doomed Love

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – James McAvoy’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Tom Hollander’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 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 Doomed Love

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Tilda Swinton’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, 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, fiction, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 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

“Knives Out” (2019) – Daniel Craig’s Marvellous Murder Mystery

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, reviews

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’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, book-reviews, books, fiction, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Georgie Henley’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic

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, movies, reading

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Astonishing 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 Doomed Love

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – William Moseley’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, 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, fiction, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Amazing 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

“Gone Girl” (2014) – Ben Affleck’s Mesmerizing Mystery Masterpiece

Director: David Fincher Starring: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike and Neil Patrick Harris ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

Book Review, film, horror, movies, reviews

“Knives Out” (2019) – LaKeith Stanfield’s Magnificent Murder Mystery

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a … More

Book Review, books, film, horror, movies

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

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, literature

“Adaptation” (2002) – Brian Cox’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, fiction, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 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 Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2010) – David Fincher’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Detectives

Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, movies, reviews

My Favourite Harry Potter Films of All-Time

Few characters in English literature are as beloved as Harry Potter. Following creations in the 1990’s, Harry Potter has cast … More

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

“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – Ralph Fiennes’ Most Entertaining Harry Potter Adaptation

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

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

My Favourite Emma Thompson Movies of All-Time

Few actresses have achieved appreciation of Emma Thompson. Since the 1990’s, Thompson has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s spellbinding … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, reviews

“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – Emma Thompson’s Most Entertaining Harry Potter Adaptation

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

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

“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – Emma Thompson’s Spellbinding Harry Potter Masterpiece

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

“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’s Awe-Inspiring 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) – Carey Mulligan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Doomed Love

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, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Carey Mulligan’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Elizabeth Debicki’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Doomed Love

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Andrew Adamson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

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

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

“Little Women” (2019) – Florence Pugh’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Women

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, little-women, movies

“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – Gary Oldman’s Spellbinding Harry Potter Masterpiece

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) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Doomed Love

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Liam Neeson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Catherine Keener’s Captivating Classic About 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) – Joe Wright’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Ang Lee’s Amazing 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

“American Fiction” (2023) – Cord Jefferson’s Captivating Satire About Black Writers

Writer/Director: Cord Jefferson Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown                   … More

american-fiction, Book Review, books, fiction, writing

“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Feminist Writers

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, little-women, movies

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

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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Jim Broadbent’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Brian Cox’s Captivating Classic About 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) – Donald Sutherland’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 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 Doomed Love

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – James McAvoy’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic About 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 Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Astonishing 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

“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Lucas Hedges’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Family Tragedy

Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to … More

Book Review, books, fiction, film, movies

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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Georgie Henley’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic

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, fiction, movies

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Astonishing 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 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, books, fiction, film, movies

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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – William Moseley’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic

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, fiction, movies

“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, fiction, movies, writing

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Rosamund Pike’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 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

“Knives Out” (2019) – LaKeith Stanfield’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Whodunit

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a … More

Book Review, books, film, horror, movies

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

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

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

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Tilda Swinton’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, fiction, movies

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Rosamund Pike’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 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 Famous 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) – Spike Jonze’s Captivating Classic About Famous Hollywood 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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“Little Women” (2019) – Florence Pugh’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Women

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

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“Little Women” (2019) – Meryl Streep’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Strong Women

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

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“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2010) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Adaptation

Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences … More

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“Knives Out” (2019) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Whodunit

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a … More

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“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Lucas Hedges’ Heartbreaking Masterpiece About Family Tragedy

Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to … More

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“Poor Things” (2023) – Mark Ruffalo’s Fantastic Adaptation of a Legendary Feminist Book

Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe                      … More

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Andrew Adamson’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic

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

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’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

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Ray Winstone’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Joe Wright’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Ang Lee’s Astonishing Austen Adaptation

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

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“American Fiction” (2023) – Cord Jefferson’s Captivating Satire About Black Writers

Writer/Director: Cord Jefferson Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown                   … More

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“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Feminist Writers

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Doomed Love

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Jim Broadbent’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Astonishing Austen Adaptation

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

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Liam Neeson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Kate Winslet’s Astonishing Austen Adaptation

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

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“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Tilda Swinton’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Georgie Henley’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Hugh Grant’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

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“The Glass Castle” (2017) – Brie Larson’s Dazzling 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

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“Knives Out” (2019) – Toni Collette’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Whodunit

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a … More

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – William Moseley’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Emma Thompson’s Astonishing Austen Adaptation

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

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“Dil Chahta Hai” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Long-Lasting Friendships

Writer/Director: Farhan Akhtar Starring: Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Friendships are fragile relationships which … More

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – James McAvoy’s Fantastic Adaptation of a Famous Fantasy Book

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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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My Favourite Harry Potter Films of All-Time

Few characters in English literature are as beloved as Harry Potter. Following creations in the 1990’s, Harry Potter has cast … More

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“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – David Thewlis’ Superb Harry Potter Sequel

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

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“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – David Thewlis’ Spellbinding Harry Potter Masterpiece

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

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“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Armando Iannucci’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Andrew Adamson’s Fantastic Fantasy Classic

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

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

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Joe Wright’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book About Siblings

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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“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Sister Siblings

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

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“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Benedict Wong’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Doomed Love

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – William Moseley’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“Adaptation” (2002) – John Cusack’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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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Joe Wright’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Ang Lee’s Astonishing Jane Austen Adaptation

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

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“American Fiction” (2023) – Cord Jefferson’s Captivating Satire About Black Writers

Writer/Director: Cord Jefferson Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown                   … More

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“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Feminist Writers

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

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“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’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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“Little Women” (2019) – Saoirse Ronan’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Women

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

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“The Glass Castle” (2017) – Naomi Watts’ Dazzling 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

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“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Peter Capaldi’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Liam Neeson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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

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“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Peter Capaldi’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

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“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Joel Edgerton’s Great Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Doomed Love

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 Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Jim Broadbent’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – 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

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“The Usual Suspects” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Magnificent Murder Mystery

Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – James McAvoy’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Tilda Swinton’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – James McAvoy’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Hugh Grant’s Amazing Austen Adaptation

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

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“The Glass Castle” (2017) – Brie Larson’s Dazzling 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

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

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 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Tilda Swinton’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Emma Thompson’s Amazing Austen Adaptation

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

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“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Casey Affleck’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Family Tragedy

Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to … More

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“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Tilda Swinton’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

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

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 Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – Emma Watson’s Spellbinding Harry Potter Masterpiece

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

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“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’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

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“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Andrew Adamson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation About Siblings

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

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“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Joe Wright’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece About Rivalrous Sisters

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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“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Sisters’ Sibling Rivalry

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

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“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Andrew Adamson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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

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“The Remains of the Day” (1993) – James Ivory’s Beautiful Period Piece About Britain’s Social Class

Director: James Ivory Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson and Christopher Reeves ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few books ever published about British … More

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

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, literature

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Joe Wright’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book about Social Class

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 Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Benedict Wong’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

Book Review, books, fiction, film, reading

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Great Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Doomed Lovers

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – William Moseley’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Joe Wright’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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) – Ang Lee’s Astonishing 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

“American Fiction” (2023) – Cord Jefferson’s Captivating Satire About Black Writers

Writer/Director: Cord Jefferson Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown                   … More

american-fiction, Book Review, books, fiction, writing

“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Feminist Writers

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

Book Review, book-reviews, books, little-women, movies

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Ben Whishaw’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, reading

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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Jim Broadbent’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Donald Sutherland’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Peter Capaldi’s Dazzling Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

Book Review, books, fiction, film, reading

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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Jim Broadbent’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Tilda Swinton’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

Book Review, books, fiction, film, reading

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

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – James McAvoy’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 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 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, books, fiction, film, movies

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

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, literature

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation of a Classic Book About Doomed Love

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, literature

“The Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Tilda Swinton’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece

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 Amazing 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

“Dil Chahta Hai” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Long-Lasting Friendships

Writer/Director: Farhan Akhtar Starring: Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Friendships are fragile relationships which … More

bollywood, Book Review, books, entertainment, movies

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Liam Neeson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

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, movies, reading

“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – Gary Oldman’s Spellbinding Harry Potter Masterpiece

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

“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, fiction, movies, writing

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Armando Iannucci’s Dazzling Charles Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

Book Review, books, fiction, film, reading

“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’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

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

“Knives Out” (2019) – Rian Johnson’s Magnificent Murder Mystery About Social Class Disparity

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a … More

Book Review, books, film, horror, movies

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Joe Wright’s Magnificent Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book About Social Class

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

My Favourite Period Piece Films of All-Time

Not many genres attract audiences to the Cinema like the period drama. Since the 1970’s, the period genre has produced … More

Book Review, books, film, jane-austen, movies

“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’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

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

“Gone Girl” (2014) – Ben Affleck’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Broken Marriages

Director: David Fincher Starring: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike and Neil Patrick Harris ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

Book Review, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Armando Iannucci’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

Book Review, books, fiction, film, reading

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