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June 3, 2025 92 mins

Book to Screen Adaptations: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Join bookish hosts Allorah and Roe on this episode of 'The Plot With A Twist' as they dive into the world of book to screen adaptations. From beloved classics to modern hits, they explore the challenges and triumphs of bringing literary worlds to life on screen. Tune in as they discuss their favourite adaptations, those that missed the mark, and what makes a book truly worth adapting. Plus, don't miss their thoughts on upcoming adaptation releases and a special cocktail recipe aptly called The Queen's Gambit to sip on while you listen!

00:00 Welcome to The Plot With A Twist

00:28 The Magic of Book to Screen Adaptations

02:52 Epic Tales and Fan Favourites

04:21 Diving into Specific Adaptations

07:31 The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

17:41 Casting Choices and Budget Constraints

22:18 Disappointing Adaptations

44:24 Reluctant Twilight Tradition

45:09 Disappointment with Book-to-Screen Adaptations

46:09 The Problem with Changing Plotlines

47:03 Critique of Character Portrayals

48:54 Dan Brown's Angels and Demons

50:41 Harry Potter and Other Adaptation Failures

51:27 The Power of One: Book vs. Movie

56:21 The Hunger Games: Missing Depth

01:00:51 Inferno: A Changed Ending

01:03:15 Fried Green Tomatoes: A Queer Love Story Amid The Great Depression

01:07:36 Flowers in the Attic: What's Left Out

01:12:14 Harry Potter: Dumbledore's Out-of-Character Moment

01:13:28 Outlander: Better on Screen?

01:15:59 The Impact of Adaptations on Likeability

01:21:53 Upcoming Adaptations to Look Forward To

01:29:55 Cocktail of the Week: The Queen's Gambit

01:31:07 Closing Remarks and Thank You

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