• Navigating the World of Film Adaptations with Kristen Lopez

  • Jun 7 2024
  • Length: 34 mins
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Navigating the World of Film Adaptations with Kristen Lopez

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  • Welcome to another episode of The Film Library: A Kanopy Podcast! On this episode hosts Alonso Duralde and Daniel Thompson jump into the fascinating world of page-to-screen adaptations with our esteemed guest, Kristen Lopez, author of "But Have You Read the Book?: 52 Literary Gems That Inspired Our Favorite Films." They explore the intricate process of transforming beloved books into films. Discover the political and religious themes often omitted in adaptations, the impact of the Production Code, and the ongoing debate of books versus movies. Kristen shares her insights on how industry changes have influenced adaptations, along with her personal frustrations when core elements of the text are altered. She also highlights some notable adaptations like "Jurassic Park," "A Man Called Otto," and "The Talented Mr. Ripley," along with a selection of films available on Kanopy, including classics like "The Great Gatsby." Whether you're a book lover, a film enthusiast, or both, this episode offers a treasure trove of insights and expert perspectives. Tune in as we navigate the art of adaptation, with plenty of recommendations for your next watch or read. Episode Highlights 00:00 Introduction to movie adaptations 03:52 Books and movies differ 09:30 Adapting content reveals evolving societal influences and concerns 12:44 Selecting books for a broad audience challenge 15:24 Book's subplot adds wild and meta layers 23:03 Industry changes, frustrations, and adapting children's books 26:37 Excitement for dark, fantasy book adaptations 30:08 Surprising movie adaptations that are often overlooked Get started with Kanopy at www.kanopy.com by entering your library card information or university login when prompted. Follow Kanopy at https://www.youtube.com/@KanopyOfficial https://letterboxd.com/kanopy/ https://www.instagram.com/kanopy https://www.tiktok.com/@kanopyofficial https://twitter.com/kanopy Follow Kristen Lopez at https://www.instagram.com/kristenlopez88/ Follow Alonso Duralde https://bsky.app/profile/aduralde.bsky.social Follow Daniel Thompson https://x.com/deckthedan Producer: Brandon Gray Executive Producer: Christian Pierce Graphic Design: Aleksandra Jelic © Kanopy, Inc. All rights reserved. Produced by Bramble Jam Podcast
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