Welcome to Offscript, the podcast where literature meets cinema. Each week, hosts Bri & Alli compare books to their movie adaptations — exploring what worked, what didn’t, and whether the book really was better than the movie. From timeless classics to today’s bestsellers, we break down characters, themes, and the creative choices that shape stories on page and screen.
🎬 This Week on Offscript: Jurassic Park — Book vs. Movie
This week, Bri & Alli revisit the thrilling world of Jurassic Park, comparing Michael Crichton’s 1990 novel to Steven Spielberg’s iconic 1993 film adaptation.
Join us as we explore:
- How the book’s scientific and philosophical depth compares to the movie’s blockbuster spectacle
- The differences in tone, pacing, and character development
- What was changed, added, or lost in translation from page to screen
Story Summary:
Paleontologists Alan Grant and Ellie Sattler, along with mathematician Ian Malcolm, are invited to tour billionaire John Hammond’s island theme park — home to dinosaurs cloned from prehistoric DNA. But when the park’s security systems fail, chaos erupts, and the visitors must fight to survive.
Book: Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton
Film: Directed by Steven Spielberg
Screenplay: Michael Crichton & David Koepp
🧟 Coming Up Next: Pain Hustlers (Netflix)
Next week, we’re diving into Pain Hustlers, the hit Netflix adaptation based on the true-crime novel. Read along before the episode drops to join the discussion!
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Whether you’re a film lover, avid reader, or both, Offscript is your go-to podcast for thoughtful discussions where literature meets film.
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