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Six Films Better Than the Books They’re Based On (www.theatlantic.com)
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We asked The Atlantic’s writers and editors: What’s a film adaptation that’s better than the book?

The article explains why they consider the movies Jurassic Park, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Devil Wears Prada, The Social Network, and Clear and Present Danger each to be better than their source material.

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[-] mudstickmcgee@sh.itjust.works 6 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

The book certainly has its moments, but the movie is much more entertaining. 'The moon is a harsh mistress' is a better book imo

[-] Justas@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 week ago

Both were entertaining, but the movie was more of a popcorn action flick while the book tried to explore the realities of war and a warrior led culture.

The Heinlein estate holders didn't like the movie so much, they have refused selling movie rights to any other book. So you won't see The Moon is a Harsh Mistress because of Starship Troopers.

[-] reddig33@lemmy.world 3 points 1 week ago

Movie was some deep cutting satire.

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