Disappointed book inspired films

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Moyerette · 07/10/2013 18:38

What book inspired films would you say really let the literature down?

One that really sticks in my mind is Cecelia Ahern's PS: I Love You. I adore the book. It has moments of laughter and sadness. I actually cried reading it.

The film was a huge disappointment. I just couldn't gel with it. It didn't flow right and quite a substantial amount of the book was left out.

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HaveToWearHeels · 07/10/2013 18:47

I agree with PS I Love You, also The Davinci Code, couldn't put the book down, missed huge pieces out of the film. Biggest disappointment was Marley and Me, the book was the most touching book I have ever read (as a dog owner/lover), I went through a whole box of tissues at the end, DH sat aghast and watched me sob, film was a waste of time.
I believe if you have read the book don't bother with the film.

JollyScaryGiant · 07/10/2013 18:45

The Golden compass. I nearly walked out. I was seething.

mummytime · 07/10/2013 18:43

But don't forget what Hitchcock did with most Daphne DuMaurier. There are probably others, where the film is better than the book.

EachAndEveryHighway · 07/10/2013 18:39

Captain Corelli's Mandolin. Book beyond brilliant. Film dire.

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