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This Film is Lit

Bryan and Katie
The Hobbit
Bilbo Baggins
The Desolation Of Smaug
Dune
Peter Jackson
Kiki's Delivery Service
We Have Always Lived In the Castle
Thorin Oakenshield
Smaug
Poor Things
Red, White, and Royal Blue
Dwarves
Legolas
Bard
The Hobbit: the Battle Of the Five Armies
Tolkien
Gandalf
Studio Ghibli
Duncan Wedderburn
Victorian London

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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Hosts

Bryan
Co-host with a film degree, provides insights from a filmmaking perspective and leads discussions on movie adaptations.
Katie
Co-host with two English degrees, emphasizes literary analysis and character development in the discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 232 ratings
  • 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.

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    Fraserious
    Canada2 years ago
  • Love the deep-dives

    One of my favourite podcasts. I never miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShelbySuderman
    Canada3 years ago
  • You just couldn’t leave politics out. Unsubscribed

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

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    1
    RealitySetsIn
    United States4 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
  • There was a movie????

    This is the pod that answers the question, which was better the book or the film? An impossible question as it is apples to oranges; not the same fruit at all. But it is the journey, not the destination that matters. It's like being in the back seat of your married friends' car and eavesdropping on their highway games and conversation about the movie they saw last night, while they think you're asleep.

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    Skeptic Matthew
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast is praised for inspiring listeners to explore more literature and film adaptations.
Many enjoy the humor and chemistry between the hosts.
Listeners appreciate the insightful comparisons between books and movies.
Some listeners feel that there is an overemphasis on politics, which can detract from the main content.
Feedback indicates that the narrative styles keep the audience engaged and entertained.

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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.
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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.
Red, White, & Royal Blue
Q: Does the prince feel like they need to stay in the closet?
Yes, Henry is pressured by royal traditions, leading to dramatic moments in both the book and the film.

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Engaging listeners through insightful discussions, the content primarily revolves around exploring and comparing popular book-to-film adaptations. Each episode tackles the age-old question of whether the book is genuinely better than the movie, utilizing the hosts' distinct expertise—one with a film background and the other with a deep understanding of literature. Through humor, detailed analyses, and engaging listener feedback, this series not only dissects character development, thematic elements, and storytelling techniques but also invites further contemplation on cultural narratives and societal implications illustrated in both media. Notably, the hosts maintain a light-hearted but thoughtful approach, making it appealing for both film... more

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