In this episode of Based on a Book, we're diving into Stephen King's novella Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption from his collection Different Seasons, and its 1994 film adaptation, The Shawshank Redemption, starring Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. We'll discuss the themes of hope, freedom, and perseverance as portrayed in both the book and the film, and how the adaptation beautifully captures King's message of friendship and survival against all odds. Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts...

In this episode of Based on a Book, we are covering the first book in Scott Westerfeld's Uglies series and the 2024 Netflix adaptation starring Joey King. Join us as we discuss Tally's journey through the dystopian playground of sharp cheekbones and questionable ethics. We dive into the drama, dodgy CGI (we're talking about you hoverboard scenes), and serious monologues on beauty standards in the world of Uglies. Find out if we think this adaptation made the cut or needed a serious...

In this episode of "Based on a Book," we find where romance and sci-fi meet. The discussion is a bit heavier with this title as we discuss life, love, and death as seen from the eyes of children, teens, young adults, and established families. Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey. Content Warnings: Loss/grief, pregnancy loss, drug use, medical trauma, and violence Books & Adaptations Mentioned: * The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger...

In this spooky Halloween special, we dive deep into The Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris and its chilling 1991 film adaptation! Join us as we explore the mind games, psychological horror, and the terrifying genius of Dr. Hannibal Lecter. From the unforgettable performances of Sir Anthony Hopkins and Jodie Foster to the suspenseful tension of the hunt for Buffalo Bill, we unpack the key moments that make this story a classic of the horror-thriller genre. Plus, you'll hear how the book...

In this episode, we're diving into the world of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark - the classic three-book short story collection written by Alvin Schwartz and illustrated by Stephen Gammell, along with its 2019 film adaptation, produced by Guillermo del Toro. How does the movie hold up compared to the original books? We'll explore how the filmmakers tied the short stories together into one cohesive narrative and share our thoughts on the biggest scares in the movie. These spine-chilling...

In this episode, we reach back over 100 years to compare the sci-fi classic "The War of the Worlds" written by H. G. Wells to the 2005 movie adaptation directed by Steven Spielberg starring Tom Cruise. We discuss how this novel influenced the format of future works, the ways technology has changed since it was written, what not to do in an alien invasion, and so much more! Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey. Content Warnings: Graphic violence, destruction, death and mourning,...

In this episode of "Based on a Book," we dive into the whimsical yet terrifying world of Roald Dahl's classic novel The Witches and compare it to the 2020 movie adaptation directed by Robert Zemeckis, starring Anne Hathaway. From the unforgettable characters to the major plot changes, we break down what worked, what didn't, and how each version captured the essence of Dahl's dark fantasy. Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts Crystal and Keri. Content Warnings: Child endangerment,...

In this episode, we kick off our spooky-themed month with the king of horror and compare Stephen King's sci-fi psychological horror novella "The Mist" to its 2007 movie adaptation starring several familiar faces (if you happen to be a fan of The Walking Dead). As always, we share our thoughts, break down the book vs. the movie, talk about movie-related background info, and laugh…A LOT. Hosted by Keri with co-hosts Lindsey and Crystal. Content Warnings: Graphic violence, death, suicide,...

In this episode, we journey through Madeleine L'Engle's beloved sci-fi classic A Wrinkle in Time and its 2018 film adaptation. We'll explore the fantastical world of space and time, dive into the key differences between the book and the movie, and discuss how the visual adaptation handled the complex themes of the story, from battling darkness to self-discovery. We'll also break down the portrayals of characters like Meg, Charles Wallace, and Mrs. Which, and talk about the challenges of...

In this episode of "Based on a Book", we become August Moon-stans (or haters?) as we read and discuss The Idea of You by Robinne Lee and its 2024 film adaptation starring Nicholas Galitizine and our favorite star, Anne Hathaway. We break down the changes between the book and movie, deliberating over everything from the character's relationships to what defines a romance book. Hosted by Keri with Co-Hosts Lindsey and Crystal Content Warnings: 20+ year age gap relationship, sexual content,...

In this episode of "Based on a Book," we dive into the gripping novel "Leave the World Behind" by Rumaan Alam and its Netflix film adaptation directed by Sam Esmail. Join us as we explore the themes, characters, and suspenseful storyline of this thought-provoking book. We discuss our reactions to the novel and the adaptation, including how well we think the story translated to the screen. Hosted by Lindsey with Co-Hosts Crystal and Keri Content Warnings: Death, racism, and body...

Coming September 2024 to a podcast platform near you! Based on a Book is a podcast hosted by 3 work besties, Crystal, Lindsey, and Keri, who are ready to explore the world of book to screen adaptations. Follow us on social media for more updates to come! https://beacons.ai/basedonabookpodcast Intro/Outro Music - Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/get-freaky