When I learned the book was being made into a film, I was excited and hopeful the movie would successfully capture the stunning scenery and communicate the isolation. I needn't have worried. I thoroughly enjoyed the film - and the cinematography in particular - and recognised a few well-known Aussie actors amongst the cast members. It's a slow and atmospheric movie exploring love and grief, so those looking for action and adventure will need to look elsewhere.
In this case I maintain the book was better, but the movie was a solid and true translation of the novel and was entertaining on the big screen. You don't need to have read the book to enjoy the movie.
Carpe Librum!
Carpe Librum!
I agree with you. I loved the book and was not disappointed with the movie. I was bemused by some movie reviewers however who either did not watch or understand the movie and/or had not read the book because they complained that it was an unappealing romance...I was very drawn to the social dilemma and found both book and movie very emotionally convincing.
ReplyDeleteThanks Rosalie, great to hear from another reader who enjoyed the book and the movie.
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen the movie yet but the book was phenomenal. Such loss and grief elegantly portrayed. I hope this author writes another novel, I would love to read more by her.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tina, I agree. I hope she's working on something wonderful.
ReplyDeleteNice to see this. I have read the book and also seen the movie. The movie "The Light Between Oceans" was awesome. And the book was also great. cheap bibliography helper.
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed the movie Brenda, I enjoyed it too.
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