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This Film is Lit

Bryan and Katie
The Hobbit
Stephen King
A Little Princess
Bilbo Baggins
Kiki's Delivery Service
Hope
The Desolation Of Smaug
Dune
The Shawshank Redemption
Peter Jackson
Maurice
We Have Always Lived In the Castle
Rosemary's Baby
Bridget Jones's Diary
A Series Of Unfortunate Events
V For Vendetta
Smaug
Thorin Oakenshield
The Maze Runner
Vampire Academy

On _This Film is Lit_ we finally settle the score on one simple question… Is the book really better than the movie? Bryan has a film degree. He watches the movie but doesn't read the book. Katie has two English degrees, so she does things the right way and reads the book before we watch the movie. Prepare to be wowed by our expertise and charm as we dissect all of your favorite film adaptations an... more

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Perhaps, thought Nanny, little green Elphaba chose her own sex, and her own color, and to hell with her parents. It's Wicked, and This Film is Lit.

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• The Movie Nailed It

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Bryan
Host with a film degree who analyzes adaptations and discusses film craft.
Katie
Co-host with English degrees who reads the book before watching and brings literary insights.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 81 ratings
  • Malc X

    I’ve listened to all the episodes and it’s worthy of listening at normal speed. The hosts are mature, clear and not above the audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MiG Angel
    United States5 months ago
  • Keep it up!

    I have always been a fan of movie/book comparison conversations. Keep the great content coming!

    If you are open to suggestions, I would love to hear your takes on World War Z as there is such a departure from the book.

    Also, Michael Crichton 13th Warrior/Eaters of the Dead.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fraserious
    Canada3 years ago
  • Love the deep-dives

    One of my favourite podcasts. I never miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShelbySuderman
    Canada4 years ago
  • You just couldn’t leave politics out. Unsubscribed

    Was tolerable until you had to introduce your politics into it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RealitySetsIn
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing!

    I love this podcast and how deep they go with there talks about the book and the characters!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Logantc123
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Malcolm X
Q: Did the film's portrayal of Malcolm X's conversion and radicalization align with the book?
The book provides a more linear and detailed account of Malcolm X's education and radicalization, while the film condenses and reshapes many moments, offering a compelling but not strictly identical path to the real events.
The Shawshank Redemption
Q: Does the movie's treatment of Red's parole hearings differ from the book?
Yes, the movie includes multiple scenes of Red's parole hearings, while the book only discusses them retrospectively.
The Shawshank Redemption
Q: Is Andy Dufresne really innocent?
While the movie leaves it somewhat vague, the book strongly implies that Andy is innocent of the murders he's accused of.
She's the Man (Twelfth Night)
Q: Is there a moment in the play where Cesario slash Viola is required to be at an event that other people will be there as and has to appear both as Viola and as Sebastian?
This is not from the play; the event and quick change hijinks are a movie creation.
She's the Man (Twelfth Night)
Q: Is there anything equivalent like, scenario or thing that instigates the gender swap?
In the play, Viola disguises herself as a man for safety after being shipwrecked in a foreign land.

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Two-host discussion show that pits books against their film adaptations, with in-depth analysis, spoilers, and plenty of banter. Episodes frequently focus on which medium handles themes, character arcs, and storytelling best, often weighing faithfulness to source material against cinematic pacing and visuals. A standout trait is the hosts' clear expertise (one with a film degree, one with English degrees) and their willingness to unpack nuanced questions about adaptation, genre, and audience reception, making it engaging for both book lovers and movie fans. The format often includes listener feedback, trivia, and playful debates, making it a reliable resource for discovering which adaptations are worth a read or a rent. Potential sponsors m... more

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