20 MAY 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Arsenic and Old Lace The 1941 Play vs. The 1944 Movie  "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arsenic_and_Old_Lace_(film)" is a classic American play by https://archives.nypl.org/the/22616. It's a dark comedy about the Brewster family, particularly two elderly sisters, Abby and Martha Brewster, who have a penchant for charity and kindness. However, their generosity takes a macabre turn when it's revealed that they've been poisoning lonely old men with arsenic-laced elderberry wine as an act of "charity."The play is filled with absurd situations, mistaken identities, and dark humor as other members of the Brewster family become entangled in the sisters' activities. Mortimer Brewster, a theater critic, and the sisters' nephew, discovers their secret and tries to cover it up while dealing with his crises."Arsenic and Old Lace" has been adapted into various forms over the years, including a popular film adaptation directed by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001008/ in 1944, starring https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000026/as Mortimer Brewster. It remains a beloved classic of American theater known for its witty dialogue and darkly humorous storyline. Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The popularity of the play  - The biggest differences between the play and the movie. - The 1944 film's cast includes Cary Grant (Mortimer Brewster),https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0485509/ (Elaine Brewster), https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0401449/(Aunt Abby Brewster), https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0010443/ (Aunt Martha Brewster), https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0557339/ (Jonathan Brewster), https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000048/ (Dr. Herman Einstein), https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0018514/(“Teddy Roosevelt”),https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0007217/Officer O’Hara), and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0725891/ as Officer Sanders.  Clips used: - “Gentleman in the Window” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCWBDwkhGN0 - “Elderberry Wine” - “He looks like Boris Karloff!” - “Elderberry Wine” - Music by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000070/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/.  Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

13 MAY 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Memento The Short Story vs. The Movie  The Margos continue our theme “Mysteries in May” with https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0209144/, the 2000 film directed by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0634240/ based on the short storyhttps://archive.ph/20170624135044/http://www.esquire.com/entertainment/books/a1564/memento-mori-0301/ by his brother https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0634300/ which was printed in Esquire magazine in March 2001. Years after the original film's events, Leonard Shelby, still haunted by his fragmented memories, is approached by Natalie, a woman claiming to hold vital information about his past. Reluctantly, Leonard agrees to meet her, hoping to uncover the truth about his wife's murder. As Leonard delves deeper, he realizes his memories may have been manipulated. Doubting those around him, including Natalie and Teddy, Leonard confronts his past and faces a choice: to cling to his obsession for revenge or embrace the uncertainty of the future. Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The career of the Nolan brothers  - The biggest differences between the book and the movie. - The cast of the 2000  film includes https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001602/ (Leonard Shelby,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005251/(Natalie,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001592/(Teddy,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0095478/ (Burt,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0289080/ (Catherine Shelby,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0864997/ (Sammy,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0364748/ as Mrs. Jankis.  Clips used: - “I Finally Found Him” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CV41hoyS8A - “Can You Get Angry” - “You Make Up Your Own Truth” - Last scene  - Music by https://davidjulyan.com/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/.  Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

5 MAY 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Death on the Nile The1937 Novel Vs. the 1978 Movie For “Mysteries in May,” the Margos start with the queen of the genre, https://www.agathachristie.com/, and her 1937 novel https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_on_the_Nile, which was adapted into a film in 1978. It features her famous detective, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hercule_Poirot, and is set aboard a luxurious Nile steamer. The plot revolves around the Belgian detective embroiled in a murder mystery while on a luxurious cruise down the Nile River. The story begins with a group of wealthy passengers embarking on a steamer called the Karnak for a leisurely cruise in Egypt. Among them are Linnet Ridgeway, a wealthy heiress who recently married Simon Doyle, her former friend Jacqueline de Bellefort, and several other intriguing characters. As tensions simmer among the passengers, a murder occurs on board. Linnet Ridgeway is found shot dead in her cabin. Suspicion falls on Simon Doyle, as it is revealed that he was previously engaged to Jacqueline before breaking it off to marry Linnet. However, Simon claims innocence, and Hercule Poirot is called upon to investigate. Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The life of author Agatha Christie.  - The biggest differences between the book and the movie. - The cast of the 1978  film includes https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001811/ (Hercule Poirot,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001042/ (de Linnet,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001201/ (Jacqueline del Bellefort,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0531546/ (Simon Doyle,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000057/ (Colonel Race,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000012/ (Marie Van Schuyler,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001749/(Miss Bowers,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001450/ (Salome Otterbourne,) https://www.instagram.com/oliviahusseyeisley/?hl=en (Rosalie Otterbourne,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0277424/ (James Ferguson,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0912001/ (Dr. Ludwig Bessner,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000945/ (Louise Bourget,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001421/(Andrew Pennington,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0910737/ as Rockford.  Clips used: - “Such a Briiliant Lack of Complication” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGbdvoYa7iE - “Bette & Maggie”  - “Bette & Maggie 2” - Mia Farrow - Poirot deduces - Music by https://www.britannica.com/biography/Nino-Rota Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/.  Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

29 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: The Natural The 1952 Novel Vs. the 1984 Movie "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Natural_(film)l" by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernard_Malamudand its 1984 movie adaptation directed by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_Levinson offers different experiences despite sharing the same storyline. The book delves deeper into the psychological aspects of the protagonist and explores themes of fate, ambition, and the corrupting influence of success. The film focuses more on the romantic and mythic elements of the narrative and simplifies certain plotlines and characters. However, it's visually stunning with a powerful score that enhances the story's emotional impact.  Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss: - Author Bernard Malamud and the character of Roy Hobbs.  - The biggest differences between the book and the movie. - The genre of “baseball movies.”  - The cast of the 1984  film includes https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000602/ (Roy Hobbs,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000380/ (Max Mercy,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000335/ (Iris Gaines,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000107/ (Memo Paris,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000979/ (Pop Fisher,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001347/ (Harriet Bird,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0698764/ (The Judge,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002070/(Red Blow,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000833/ (The Whammer,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0569000/ (Gus Sands,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000514/ (Bump Bailey) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0278201/ as Sam Simpson.    Clips used: - “Batting practice with Wonderboy” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgzypQRl6Lc - “New Right Fielder”  - “Striking Out the Whammer” - “The Lady in White” - “Final homerun” - Music by https://www.randynewman.com/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

22 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: The Philadelphia Story The 1939 Play Vs. the 1940 Movie "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032904/" is a romantic comedy play by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philip_Barry that became a successful film. Directed by George Cukor,  it follows Tracy Lord (played to perfection by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katharine_Hepburn,) a wealthy socialite about to marry for the second time. Her ex-husband, Dexter (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cary_Grant,) tries to win her back while a magazine sends a reporter (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Stewart) and photographer (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruth_Hussey) to cover her wedding. As Tracy navigates her complicated relationships, she questions her feelings and choices. This one is a classic for a reason!  Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - Playwright Philip Barry - https://www.slashfilm.com/921488/why-the-legendary-katherine-hepburn-was-declared-box-office-poison/ - The differences between the play and the movie.  - The cast of the 1940  film includes Cary Grant (C.K. Dexter Haven,) Katherine Hepburn (Tracy Lord,) James Stewart (Mike Connor,) Ruth Hussey (LIz,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0397397/ (George,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0950019/ (Uncle Willie,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Halliday_(actor) (Seth Lord,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0621770/ (Margaret Lord,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0917768/ (Dinah Lord,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0199787/ (Sidney Kidd, ) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0660402/ as Edward the footman.   Clips used: - “You’re lit from within.” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCfuPPR7wnQ - CK and Mike drink - Dinah sings - “Generous to a fault.” - Music by https://franzwaxman.com/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

15 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Paddington The 1958 Children’s Book Vs. the 2014 Movie The Margos are feeling very British in this episode! English author https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Bond created https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paddington_Bear, who first appeared in Bond's 1958 book https://www.amazon.com/Bear-Called-Paddington-Michael-Bond/dp/0062422758and has since become a beloved character in numerous books, television series, and films. Paddington is a polite and curious bear from Peru who wears a duffle coat and a floppy hat. He often carries a suitcase with a label that reads, "Please look after this bear. Thank you." He was named after the London train station where the Brown family found him. The  2014 "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1109624/" movie focuses on Paddington's journey to find a home and the bonds he forms with the Brown family. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - Author Michael Bond and his character of Paddington  - How the 2014 film adapted the much-beloved work.  - The cast of the 2014 film includes https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0924210/(voice of Paddington,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0095017/(Henry Brown,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1020089/ (Mary Brown,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4189049/ (Judy Brown,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4575328/ (Jonathan Brown,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0910278/ (Mrs. Bird,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000173/ (Millicent,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0134922/ (Mr. Curry,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000980/(Samuel Gruber,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001767/ (Aunt Lucy,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Gamboncle Pastuzo,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0236071/ as Montogomery Clyde.  Clips used: - “Paddington Meets the Browns” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxeBdrGGU8U - “Subway Silliness” - ““Mr. Brown Joins Paddington for Tea” - “Millicent brings Paddington ‘home””  - Buckingham Palace and Paddington - Music and Lyrics by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2943572/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/.  Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

12 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Mean Girls The 2002 Book vs. the 2004 Movie (20th Anniversary Replay Celebration!) "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mean_Girls" is a teen comedy film released in 2004 that follows Cady Heron, a high school student who navigates the social hierarchy and mean girls. The film stars https://www.instagram.com/lindsaylohan/?hl=enhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_McAdams, https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1086543/, andhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lacey_Chabert. "https://www.amazon.com/Queen-Bees-Wannabes-Boyfriends-Realities/dp/0307454444" is a book by https://rosalindwiseman.com/that explores the dynamics of teenage girls' social cliques. In this episode, we replay our 2018 discussion about the original book and the now (classic) film. (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0275486/’s script is as delicious as ever!) Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/.  Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ mailto:bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue mailto:brooklynfitchick@gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

2 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Rent The 1896 Opera Vs. the 2005 Movie (Based on the 1996 Play) "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rent_(musical)" is a modern adaptation of https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giacomo_Puccini opera https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_boh%C3%A8me It tells the story of a group of struggling artists living in New York City's East Village during the late 1980s and early 1990s, dealing with poverty, love, and the AIDS epidemic. The late https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Larsonote the book, music & lyrics for the show and tragically died a few months before its Broadway debut on January 26, 1996.  The plot revolves around a diverse group of characters: - Mark Cohen is an aspiring filmmaker and the narrator of the story. He is grappling with his identity and relationship with his ex-girlfriend, Maureen. - Roger Davis: A former rock musician who is HIV positive. He is struggling to come to terms with his diagnosis and find inspiration for his music. - Mimi Marquez: An exotic dancer who is also HIV positive. She falls in love with Roger, but their shared illness complicates their relationship. - Tom Collins: A philosophy professor who is also HIV positive. He falls in love with Angel. - https://rent.fandom.com/wiki/Angel_Dumott_Schunard: A drag queen and street percussionist who becomes Tom's love interest. - Maureen Johnson: A performance artist and Mark's ex-girlfriend. She is involved with Joanne. - Joanne Jefferson: A lawyer and Maureen's current girlfriend. The story explores their relationships, struggles with poverty, creative pursuits, and the impact of HIV/AIDS on their lives and the broader community. Themes of friendship, love, loss, and the pursuit of artistic expression are central to the narrative. As in "La Bohème," the characters face challenges related to their financial circumstances, illness, and the complexities of love and friendship. The story ultimately celebrates their resilience, creativity, and the power of human connection in the face of adversity. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The original novel, the Pucini opera, and the 1996 musical  - The life of Jonathan Larson and the sheer magnitude of the show’s influence on pop culture.  - The cast of the 2022 film includeshttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004875/ (Benjamin Coffin,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilson_Jermaine_HerediaHeredia (Angel,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0206257/(Mimi,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0710829/ (Mark Cohen,) https://www.instagram.com/adampascal/?hl=en (Roger Davis,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0552509/(Tom Collins,) https://idinamenzel.com/(Maureen Johnson,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1139632/ (Joanne,) and Jhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1667484/ as a rent tenant.  Clips used: - “La Vie Boheme” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGciEYSshrQ  - “Seasons of Love” - “Another Day” - “Rent Tango” - “Take Me or Leave Me” - Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

25 MAR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Matilda The 1988 YA Novel Vs. the 2022 Musical Film "https://us.matildathemusical.com/" (based on the 1988 https://www.roalddahl.com/ novel) tells the story of Matilda Wormwood, a bright young girl with telekinetic powers. Neglected by her parents and bullied by the tyrannical headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, Matilda finds solace in books and bonds with her kind teacher, Miss Honey. With the support of her friends, Matilda stands up to injustice, ultimately using her powers to bring about change and find a loving home with Miss Honey. It's a tale of empowerment, resilience, and the importance of kindness. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The original novel, the 1996 film, and the stage musical  - The differences between the different adaptations - The cast of the 2022 film includes https://www.instagram.com/alishaweir123/?hl=en (Matilda,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000668/(Miss Agatha Trunchbull,) https://www.instagram.com/lashanalynch/?hl=en(Miss Honey,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0334318/ (Mr. Wormwood,) https://www.instagram.com/andreariseborough/?hl=en (Mrs. Wormwood,) https://www.instagram.com/sindhuvee/?hl=en (Mrs. Phelps,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9300609/ (Magnus,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8467375/ (The Acrobat,) https://www.instagram.com/winterjarrettglasspool/?hl=en (Amanda Thripp,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14297818/s Eric.  Clips used: - “The Smell of Rebellion” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEEMbNS6fzY - “The Bruce Song” - “Naughty” - “Revolting Children” - Music and Lyrics by https://www.timminchin.com/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing  Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

18 MAR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: The Opposite Sex The 1936 Play V. the 1939 Film Vs. the 1956 Musical "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049578/" is a musical comedy film released in 1956. It is a remake of the 1939 film "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032143/, " directed by David Miller, based on the play of the same name by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clare_Boothe_Luce. The story revolves around several women's romantic and social lives, with a particular focus on Kay Hilliard (played by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000742/). Kay discovers her husband's infidelity and must deal with the consequences within her social circle. The film explores themes of love, friendship, and betrayal, all set against the backdrop of high society. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The original play and 1939 film  - The differences between the 1939 film and the musical adaptation - The cast of the 1956 film includes June Allyson (Kay Hilliard,) https://www.joancollins.com/ (Crystal Allen,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dolores_Gray(Sylvia Fowler,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0792130/ (Amanda Penrose,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0587900/(Gloria Dell,)https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000558/ (Steven Hilliard,) Jeff Richards (Buck Winston,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001547/ountess Lavaliere,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0339307/ (Lucy,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000951/l (Edith Potter,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0505249/ (Mike Pearl,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0790071/bio/as a singer.  Clips used: - Kitchen Chaos - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivMFR9xGlpY - “The Opposite Sex Slap” - “A Perfect Love” - Title Sequence - Music by Nicholas Brodsky, Sammy Cahn, Ralph Freed, George Stoll, and Robert Van Eps.  Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine