Book Vs Movie Podcast

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Book Vs. Movie: Margo’s Got Money Troubles (2024 novel vs 2026 Apple TV series)Today, we are joined by special guest co-host and listener favorite, Kristen Meinzer, culture critic, lifestyle journalist, and royal watcher at kristenmeinzer.com. We’re taking a look at Margo’s Got Money Troubles, the Rufi Thorpe novel adapted into a series now available on Apple TV.In this episode, we discuss:
* The main character’s unusual storytelling voice in the novel. * The differences between the book and the movie. * The themes of family and friendship in the movie. * How we felt about the moms.

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Book Vs. Movie: Coyote Ugly (2000 film vs 1997 GQ Story)Today, we are joined by special guest co-host, Sonia Mansfield of the “What a Creep” podcast! Neither of us has ever read anything by Elizabeth “Eat-Pray-Love” Gilbert until now. Her 1997 story for GQ Magazine, “The Muse of the Coyote Ugly Saloon” launched the 2000 film, which, in turn, launched an international bar franchise.In this episode, we discuss:
* Elizabeth Gilbert’s stellar career trajectory (and did she really plot to murder her girlfriend?) * The differences between the book and the movie * The short, short distance between New York City and South Amboy, New Jersey * How humans need water to live

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Today, we are joined by special guest co-host, my nephew Fred! Fred got to pick the book and movie this time, so we will be diving into the award-winning children’s classic, Because of Winn-Dixie, by Kate DiCamillo.

In this episode, we discuss:
* Kate DiCamillo’s unconventional entry into the literary world * The differences between the book and the movie. * The themes of friendship, family, community, and unconditional love in the movie. * Why this story resonated with so many readers

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Book Vs. Movie: Letters to Uranus (2000 Film, 2022 Book, Series for Development)Today, we are joined by special guest co-host Lenny Pinna of Ecclesia Arts. This is the second of a two-part conversation with Lenny about Cleveland stage legend Tedd Burr, and the unusual relationship Tedd had with acclaimed novelist, Dr. Henry Bellamann, as a young adult struggling with gender identity.In this episode, we discuss:
* How the film and novel of Kings Row, set at the end of the 1800s, captivated the imagination of Tedd Burr in the 1940s * The complicated and deeply personal relationship that developed between Burr and Bellamann, even though they never met in person * The themes of class, prejudice, psychology, and gender identity that evolved in the Burr-Bellamann correspondence * How Pinna has developed the compelling story of Burr and Bellamann into a series

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* WATCH Letters to Uranus on Youtube * Purchase A Face From Uranus on Amazon * Follow Lenny Pinna on Instagram @lennypinnart * Follow Ecclesia Arts on Youtube.com/@EcclesiaArts * Follow In The Name Of Jamie Wakefield at InTheNameofJamieWakefield.com * You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast Group * Instagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmovie * bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com * Margo P’s Instagram: @shesnachomama * Margo’s Substack (blog): https://substack.com/@shesnachomama * Margo P's YouTube Channel: @shesnachomama

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Book Vs. Movie: Kings Row (1940 novel vs 1942 Film)Today, we are joined by special guest co-host Lenny Pinna of Ecclesia Arts. This is the first of a two-part conversation with Lenny about Kings Row, and the unusual relationship its author had at the end of his life with a young fan struggling with gender identity. In this episode, we discuss:
* How Kings Row, a novel set at the end of the 1800s, is more relevant than ever. * The differences between the book and the movie. * The themes of class, prejudice, psychology, and sanctimony in the movie. * Why certain characters and story lines were cut from the movie

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Book Vs. Movie: Two Doors Down (1977 song vs 2019 Netflix Film)Today, we are joined by special guest co-host and listener favorite, Kristen Meinzer, culture critic, lifestyle journalist, and royal watcher at kristenmeinzer.com. We discuss the Dolly Parton classic song, and its adaptation into a 1-hour, standalone movie produced as part of Dolly’s Heartstrings series on Netflix. In this episode, we discuss:
* Why Dolly Parton is an angel from heaven who must be protected at all costs. * The differences between the song and the movie. * The themes of love and inclusivity in the movie. * Whether this is the best song adapted for the Heartstrings series

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Book Vs. Movie: “Bringing Up Baby” The 1938 Howard Hawks Film Vs the 1937 Short Story by Hagar Wilde. Today, we are joined by special guest co-host, Kerala Hubbard of The On Purpose Home. We discuss the differences and key similarities between the 1937 short story, "Bringing Up Baby," by Hagar Wilde (Beverly Violet Bidwell), and the groundbreaking Howard Hawks adaptation from 1938. In this episode, we discuss:
* Negative but brief impact of the film on Hepburn’s career * The differences between the book and the movie. * The unsung, non-human stars of the film * Hagar Wilde’s source material and contributions to the production

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Book Vs. Movie: Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer (1979 song vs 2000 cartoon)Today, we closing out a frankly garbage year with special guest co-host, Sonia Mansfield of the What a Creep podcast. We discuss the earworm of our youth, which became a Millenial/Gen Z holiday cartoon staple: Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer. In this episode, we discuss:
* The innovative marketing strategy of Elmo and Patsy * The differences between the book and the movie. * The many, many plotholes of the movie. * Who is the audience for this movie?

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Book Vs. Movie: The Mean One (2022) vs How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1957)Dr. Seuss’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and Steven LaMorte’s “The Mean One”Today, we are joined by special guest co-host, Kelly Espitia of Bookish Explorations with Kelly. We discuss the Dr. Seuss’s holiday classic, which this podcast has covered before, and it’s most recent adaptation in the spoof horror holiday film, “The Mean One”In this episode, we discuss:
* Dr. Seuss’s classic book * The differences between the book and the movie. * Dangers of spoofing a beloved child’s book * The clever storytelling tricks that make this film your next holiday favorite

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Kelly Espitia on Instagram @bookishexplorationswithkelly * “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” on Bookshop.org * You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast Group * Instagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmovie * bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com * Margo P’s Instagram: @shesnachomama * Margo P’s Blog: coloniabook.com * Margo P's YouTube Channel: @shesnachomama

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Book Vs. Movie: Caravaggio in Print and on FilmKen Mora’s “Caravaggio: A Light Before Darkness” and Derek Jarman’s “Caravaggio”Today, we are joined by special guest co-host, author Ken Mora. We discuss the colorful, moving life of artist Michelangelo Caravaggio as portrayed in Mora’s graphic biography, “Caravaggio: A Light Before Darkness,” and in Derek Jarman’s 1986 film, “Caravaggio.”In this episode, we discuss:
* Caravaggio’s tempestuous and short life * The differences between the book and the movie. * Film debuts of Tilda Swinton and Sean Bean * The process of bringing this story to the page and the advantages of graphic storytelling

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Book Vs. Movie: “How’s Moving Castle” The 1986 Diana Wynne Jones Book Vs the 2004 Studio Ghibli FilmToday we are joined by special guest co-host, Kerala Hubbard of The On Purpose Home. We discuss the many, many differences and important similarities between the 1986 novel, Howl’s Moving Castle, by Diana Wynne Jones, and the groundbreaking Studio Ghibli film adaptation from 2004.In this episode, we discuss:
* WWII influences on both the author and the filmmaker * The differences between the book and movie. * Original voice cast: Chieko Baisho, Takuya Kimura, Akihiro Miwa * English language voice cast: Christian Bale, Jean Simmons, Billy Crystal, Emily Mortimer

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Book Vs. Movie: “A Series of Unfortunate Events” The 1999 Daniel Handler (Lemony Snicket) Book Vs the 2004 Jim Carrey FilmToday we are joined by special guest co-host, Andrea Engstrom of Lil Habit. We dip our toes into the Edward Gorey-esque world of the Baudelaire orphans to continue our long-standing tradition of covering Halloween-y books and movies. In this episode, we discuss:* Who is Lemony Snicket? And why? * The differences between the book and movie. * The cast includes: Jim Carrey, Jude Law, Liam Aiken, Emily Browning, Timothy Spall, Catherine O’Hara, Meryl Streep, and Kara and Shelby Hoffman as Sunny, the biter.

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Book Vs. Movie: “He’s Just Not That Into You” The 2004 Liz Tuccillo & Greg Behrendt Book Vs the 2009 Jennifer Aniston FilmPicture it: the Sex and the City writer’s room. Writers Liz Tuccillo & Greg Behrendt overhear a female coworker asking for relationship advice (at work, but that’s another issue for another time) about guy she’s been seeing. After hearing a litany of red flags, Behrendt pipes up with, “He’s just not that into you.” And thus was born an empire. It’s the quip that became an episode on a hit HBO show that became a bestselling, Oprah-featured, self-help book that became a movie. Seems like many were into the “He’s Just Not That Into You” universe. But were we?

In our first episode back after losing our dear friend and co-host, Margo D, Margo P and special Guest Host, Sonia Mansfield of What a Creep have MUCH to say about how this has all held up, or not, over the last two decades. Have a listen to find out!In this episode, we discuss:
* The backstory of “the quip” * The differences between the book and movie. * The cast includes: Jennifer Aniston, Ben Affleck, Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Connelly, Kevin Connolly, Bradley Cooper, Ginnifer Goodwin, Scarlett Johansson, Krist Kristofferson, and Justin Long

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Book Vs. Movie: “Saturday Night Fever”
Margo D’s Book About the Classic Film!

This episode is special because we're releasing it on the same day Margo P is having her birthday and Margo D is celebrating the upcoming release of Fever: The Complete History of Saturday Night Fever! The book is a celebration of the movie that made the world want to dance and turned a TV “Sweathog” into a movie star.
In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* New York magazine writer Nik Cohn and how he and Robert Stigwood helped create a classic * The rocky road to movie making for director John Badham * Choreographer Lester Wilson and why he never got the credit he deserved for his work on the film * Behind-the-scenes gossip by the cast & crew (many who are telling their story for the first time!) * Paramount Pictures’s lack of faith in the movie and their surprise at its success. * The disco boom & bust of the late 1970s * Why 'Saturday Night Fever' is considered a cinematic classic, despite its dark subject matter.

Clips Featured:
* “He hits my hair!” * Saturday Night Fever (1977 trailer) * You Should be Dancing * Denny Dillon as Doreen * Karen Lynn Gorney as Stephanie * Fran Drescher as Connie

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Book Vs. Movie: “Goldfinger”
The 1959 Ian Fleming Novel Vs the 1964 Sean Connery Film

Ian Fleming’s Goldfinger (1959) and its 1964 film adaptation featuring Sean Connery present one of James Bond’s most iconic villains, but in very different styles. The novel is a gritty Cold War spy thriller, showcasing a vulnerable Bond who relies on his wits rather than gadgets. Goldfinger’s scheme centers on a traditional gold heist from Fort Knox, with Pussy Galore leading a lesbian criminal gang, creating a darker tone.

In contrast, the film, directed by Guy Hamilton, turns the story into flashy pop entertainment. Goldfinger's plan involves irradiating gold with a dirty bomb, and Pussy is reimagined as a glamorous pilot who falls in love with Bond. Connery’s 007 is suave and nearly invincible, complete with a gadget-loaded Aston Martin DB5.Between the novel and the movie, which did the Margos like better? Have a listen to find out!

In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* The life of Ian Fleming and Sean Connery’s Bond * The differences between the book and movie. * The cast includes: Sean Connery (James Bond), Gert Frobe (Auric Goldfinger), Honor Blackman (Pussy Galore), Shirley Eaton (Jill Masterson), Bernard Lee (M), Harold Sakata (Oddjob), Martin Benson (Solo), Tania Mallet (Tilly), and Lois Maxwell as Moneypenny.

Clips Featured:
* “Oddjob” * Goldfinger (1964 trailer) * “Pussy Galore and her gals” * Shirley Bassey 1974 (Royal Albert Hall) * “I expect you to do Mr. Bond” * Music by John Barry

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Book Vs. Movie: I Know What You Did Last Summer (Replay!)
The 1973 Lois Duncan YA Novel Vs the 1997 Movie"I Know What You Did Last Summer" revolves around a group of friends —Julie, Helen, Ray, and Barry —who accidentally hit a stranger with their car on a dark, lonely road. In a panic, they make a harrowing decision to hide the accident, believing they can escape the consequences. However, one year later, their lives unravel as they receive ominous messages from a mysterious figure who knows their deadly secret.

Lois Duncan's novel, published in 1973, unfolds in the 1970s. The film, directed by Jim Gillespie, modernized the story to the late 1990s. This update significantly alters the atmosphere and dynamics, replacing the retro feel of the book with a more contemporary vibe.
Between the book & movie, which did we like more? Have a listen and find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* YA Horror novels of the 1970s * Author Lois Duncan * The differences between the 1973 (and the updated) version of the story and the movie * The cast of the 1997 film: Jennifer Love Hewitt (Julie James,) Sarah Michelle Gellar (Helen Shivers,) Ryan Phillipe (Barry Cox,) Feddie Prinze Jr. (Ray Bronson,) Bridgette Wilson (Elsa Shivers,) Anne Heche (Missy Egan,) Muse Watson (Ben Willis/The Fisherman,) Johnny Galecki (Max Neurick) and Stuart Greer as the Officer.

Clips used:
* “I think he is dead.” * I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997 trailer) * “We will dump the body.” * “We will take this to our graves.” * Killer in the balcony * What Are You Waiting For? * Music: Jennifer Love Hewitt's “How Do I Deal?”

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Book Vs. Movie: “The Girl Can’t Help It”
The Garson Kanin Play Vs. the Jayne Mansfield Movie

The 1956 Technicolor film The Girl Can’t Help It is often remembered for Jayne Mansfield’s curves and Little Richard’s title song, but it originated from Garson Kanin's short story Do Re Mi. This satirical piece critiques the music industry and the manufactured nature of fame, suggesting that anyone can become a star with enough money and manipulation. Directed by Frank Tashlin, the film follows a down-on-his-luck music manager (Tom Ewell) hired by a mobster (Edmond O’Brien) to turn his disinterested girlfriend (Mansfield) into a music sensation. Between the short story and the movie, which did the Margos like better?

Have a listen to find out!
In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* The original sort story vs the Broadway musical starring Phil Sylvers * The life and career of Jayne Mansfield * How important Little Richard is to rock and roll. * The cast includes: Jayne Mansfield (Jerri Jordan), Tom Ewell (Tom Miller), Edmond O’Brien (Fats), Julie London (herself), and Ray Anthony as himself.

Clips Featured:
* Intro to the movie * The Girl Can’t Help It (1956 trailer) * “Jayne walking” * “Eddie Cochran on TV” * “Jayne and Little Richard” * Music by Little Richard

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Book Vs. Movie: “Alice’s Restaurant”
Arlo Guthrie’s 1967 18-minute Song Vs the 1969 Movie
Arlo Guthrie’s “Alice’s Restaurant” is an 18-minute satirical folk monologue and song that became an anthem for the 1960s counterculture. Officially titled “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree,” it was released in 1967 on his debut album. The piece tells a true, albeit embellished, story from Thanksgiving 1965 about a littering arrest that prevented Guthrie from being drafted into the Vietnam War. Blending comedy and protest, the song critiques authority and the military draft system, recounting how disposing of garbage with a friend led to an arrest, which ironically disqualified him from military service.

In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* The career of Arlo Guthrie * The story behind the song * The differences between the song & movie. * The cast includes: Arlo Guthrie (as himself), Pat Quinn (Alice Brock), James Broderick (Ray Brock), Pete Seeger (as himself), Joseph Boley (Woody Guthrie), M. Emmet Walsh (Group W Sergeant.)

Clips Featured:
* “The Town Dump” * Alice’s Restaurant (1969 trailer) * “The Wedding Scene” * “Pete Seeger and Woody Guthrie" * “The Funeral Scene” (Songs to Aging Children by Joni Mitchell sung by Tigger Outlaw) * Music by Arlo Guthrie

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Book Vs. Movie: For Pride Month

1813’s “Pride and Prejudice” Vs. 2022's "Fire Island"

June is Pride Month worldwide, and the Margos are excited to celebrate with some of the best LGBTQIA-centric books and movies. One highlight is the 2022 film Fire Island, directed by Andrew Ahn and written by Joel Kim Booster. This clever and heartfelt adaptation reimagines Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Set during a weeklong summer vacation on the iconic queer retreat of Fire Island, the story follows a close-knit group of gay friends as they navigate romance, class, and identity. Joel Kim Booster plays Noah, a modern-day Elizabeth Bennet figure, while Bowen Yang portrays Howie, who is loosely based on Jane Bennet. The aloof and wealthy Will, played by Conrad Ricamora, serves as the counterpart to Mr. Darcy.

Between the classic Austen book and the modern, gay-friendly film, which did we prefer? Have a listen to find out!

In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* The sheer number of Pride Month books we have covered and how they have changed over the last ten years * The history of Austen and Fire Island. * The differences between the book & movie. * The cast includes: Joel Kim Booster (Noah), Bowen Yang (Howie), Conrad Ricamora (Will), James Scully (Charlie), Margaret Cho (Mr. & Mrs. Bennet), Matt Rogers (Luke), and Nick Adams as Cooper.

Clips Featured:
* “Marisa Tomei” * Fire Island (2022 trailer) * “I’m a doctor.” * “The dance off scene” * Music by Jay Wadley

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Book Vs. Movie:
Breakfast with Scot
The 1999 Novel Vs the 2007 Movie

Michael Downing’s 1999 novel Breakfast with Scot and the 2007 film adaptation of the same name both follow the story of a gay couple who unexpectedly become the guardians of a precocious and flamboyant eleven-year-old boy named Scot. But while they share a common setup, the tone, themes, and emotional arcs of the two versions diverge significantly, offering very different takes on gender identity, gay masculinity, and parenting.

Between the original novel and the film, which did we prefer? Have a listen to find out! In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* The sheer number of Pride Month books we have covered and how they have changed over the last ten years * What was politically happening when the book and then later the movie were released * The differences between book & movie. * The cast includes: Tom Cavanagh (Eric McNally), Ben Shenkman (Sam), Noah Bernett (Scot), Jeananne Goossen (Nula), Benz Antoine (Greg Graham), Shauna MacDonald (Joan), Megan Follows (Barbara Warren), Colin Cunningham (Billy), and Graham Greene as Bud Wilson.

Clips Featured:
* Scene with Megan Follows * Breakfast with Scot (2007 trailer) * Scot and Eric are talking in the bathroom * Scot being bullied * Scot reunites with his father Billy * Music by Robert Carli

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Book Vs. Movie: The Mirror Crack’d
The 1962 Agatha Christie Novel Vs the 1980 Movie

When Agatha Christie published The Mirror Crack’d from Side to Side in 1962, it was a haunting tale of guilt, glamour, and murder set in the seemingly quiet village of St. Mary Mead. Nearly two decades later, Hollywood brought the story to life with an all-star cast in the 1980 film adaptation simply titled The Mirror Crack’d.

Heather Badcock at a charity fête hosted by the famous film actress Marina Gregg. The drink was meant for Marina, but someone else paid the price. With classic Christie flair, Miss Jane Marple quietly unravels a decades-old motive involving trauma, maternal grief, and a long-buried secret.
Between the original novel and the film, did we prefer one over the other? Have a listen to find out!

In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* Agatha Christie’s later work * The differences between the novel and the movie * The cast includes: Angela Lansbury (Miss Marple), Elizabeth Taylor (Marina Gregg-Rudd), Rock Hudson (Jason Rudd), Tony Curtis (Marty Fenn), Kim Novak (Lola Brewster), Geraldine Chaplin (Ella Zielinsky), Edward Fox (Inspector Durmont), Charles Gray (Bates), Richard Pearson (Doctor Haydock), Wendy Morgan (Cherry) and Margaret Courtenay as Mrs. Dolly Bantry.

Clips Featured:
* Liz Taylor & Kim Novak * The Mirror Crack’d (1980 trailer) * Opening scene with Miss Marple * “Baby Pierce Brosnan” * Liz Taylor & Rock Hudson * Music by John Cameron

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Book Vs. Movie: See How They Run
The 1947 Agatha Christie Play (Three Blind Mice) Vs the 2022 Sam Rockwell Film

Agatha Christie’s radio play Three Blind Mice was introduced in 1947 and was the basis for 1952’s The Mousetrap, the longest-running play in theater history.

See How They Run (2022) is a clever, stylish murder mystery set in 1950s London. It blends classic whodunit tropes with a witty, self-referential twist. Directed by Tom George, the film follows world-weary Inspector Stoppard (Sam Rockwell) and eager rookie Constable Stalker (Saoirse Ronan) as they investigate the backstage murder of a Hollywood director who was set to adapt Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap for the screen.

Between the original play and the film, did we prefer one over the other? Have a listen to find out!

In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* Agatha Christie’s theater productions * The differences between the play and the movie * The cast includes: Sam Rockwell (Inspector Stoppard,) Saoirse Ronan (Constable Stalker), Ruth Wilson (Petula Spencer), Adrien Brody (Leo Kopernick), Kiernan Hodgson (Harley), Pearl Chanda (Sheila Sim), Gregory Cox (Major Metcalf), Harris Dickinson (Richard Attenborogh), Reece Shearsmith (John Woolf,) David Oyelowo (Mervyn Cocker-Norris) and Charlie Cooper as Dennis Corrigan).

Clips Featured:
* “Dickie Attenborough” * See How They Run (2022 trailer) * “Show her the ropes.” * “Constable’s Notebook” * “Creative Differences” * ”We are no longer on speaking terms.” * Music by Daniel Pemberton

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Book Vs Movie: “Harper Valley PTA"
The 1968 Song Vs the 1978 Movie (really!)

(It's one of our favorite episodes from the past!) The song was written by Tom T. Hall and performed by country singer Jeannie C. Riley in 1968. The story about a “widowed bride” who is slut-shamed by her daughter’s junior high school PTA (Parents Teachers Advisory) and gives a takedown at a meeting that is spectacular in its shade and incisiveness was one of the first feminist anthems and managed to become a number one hit in the U.S. on both the pop and country charts. (Past episode, Dolly Parton did the same in 1980 for 9 to 5!)

The 1978 movie is an R-rated cuckoo bananas production starring Barbara Eden (a stone-cold fox!) as Stella Johnson, who exacts a Porky’s style revenge on the local yokels who dare to take her on. She is also wooed by an equally sexy Ronny Cox and is teamed up with Nanette Fabray in this film that played in drive-in theaters in 1978 and made millions. It features nudity, wrap dresses, elephants, revenge porn, makeovers, and a helicopter proposal. So, between the song and the movie--which did we prefer? Have a listen and find out!
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Book Vs. Movie: Death on the Nile

The 1937 Agatha Christie Novel Vs the 2022 Kenneth Branagh film. Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile has long been a fan favorite, combining romance, betrayal, and murder aboard a glamorous steamer cruising the Nile River. In 2022, director Kenneth Branagh brought the classic mystery back to the big screen with an all-star cast and a modern flair. But how faithful is this adaptation to the original 1937 novel?

Branagh (who returns as Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot) updates the cast of characters from the source material and discusses the racial politics of the time more. The director also adds to Poirot's backstory, including his facial hair and past romances, which are not in the book. Between the original novel and the film — did we prefer one over the other? Have a listen to find out!

In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* Agatha Christie & her character of Poirot * The differences between the book and the movie * The cast includes: Tom Bateman (Bouc,) Annette Bening (Euphemia Bouc,) Kenneth Branagh (Poirot,) Michael Rouse (Private Laurin,) Alaa Safi (Corporal) Letitia Wright (Rosalie Otterbourne,) Sophie Okonedo (Salome Otterbourne,) Gal Gadot (Linnet Ridgeway,) Jennifer Saunders (Marie Van Schuyler,) Dawn French (Bowers,) and Susannah Fielding as Katharine.

Clips Featured:
* “Entrance of Jacqueline” * Death on the Nile (2002 trailer) * “Champagne Toast” * “Hammer, Gadot & Branagh” * “The last scene” * Music by Patrick Doyle

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Book Vs. Movie: Evil Under the Sun
The Agatha Christie Novel Vs the 1982 Film

Agatha Christie's Evil Under the Sun (1941) is a masterclass in misdirection and suspense. The 1982 film adaptation, directed by Guy Hamilton and featuring Peter Ustinov as Hercule Poirot, transforms the story into a glamorous whodunit set in a sun-soaked Mediterranean locale. Both versions center around the murder of actress Arlena Stuart at a resort, with Poirot reluctantly drawn into the investigation, uncovering secrets among the guests, each with a motive. While the book is set on a secluded Devon island during World War II, featuring a more introspective tone, the film opts for colorful costumes and picturesque settings, filmed in Mallorca. Poirot in the book is sharp and formal, while Ustinov’s portrayal is warmer and more humorous, appealing to some fans for its charm and theatricality. Between the original novel and the film — did we prefer one over the other? Have a listen to find out! In this episode, the Margos discuss:
* Agatha Christie & her character of Poirot * The differences between the book and the movie * The cast includes: Peter Ustinov (Hercule Poirot,) Colin Blakley (Sir Horace Blatt), Jane Birkin (Christine Redfern), Nicholas Clay (Patrick Redfern), Maggie Smith (Daphne Castle), Roddy McDowall (Rex Brewster), Sylvia Miles (Myra Gardener), James Mason (Odell Gardner), and Diana Rigg as Arlena Stuart Marshall.

Clips Featured:
* “Poirot swims” * Evil Under the Sun 1982 trailer * “Cattiness & Cocktails” * “Poirot deduces” * Music by Cole Porter

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Book Vs. Movie: Escape to Witch Mountain
The 1968 Children’s Sci-Fi Novel Vs the 1975 Disney Classic

If you grew up watching Disney movies or browsing old-school sci-fi paperbacks, chances are Escape to Witch Mountain is somewhere in your memory. But did you know the 1975 Disney movie is very different from the 1968 novel it’s based on? Let’s take a look at how Alexander Key’s book compares to its big-screen adaptation. Alexander Key’s Escape to Witch Mountain is a surprisingly serious story for a children's book. It follows orphaned siblings Tony and Tia, who possess strange psychic abilities — Tony can move objects with his harmonica music, and Tia communicates with animals and speaks telepathically. As they dodge sinister adults who want to exploit them, they slowly uncover the truth: they're aliens stranded on Earth. The book delves into deeper themes, including prejudice, the fear of outsiders, and the desperate search for a sense of belonging.

There is a strong sense of melancholy running through the story, and while the ending offers hope, it is also mysterious and bittersweet. It feels less like a fairy tale and more like a poignant sci-fi fable. The 1975 Disney adaptation is much lighter, precisely what you’d expect from a family-friendly studio in the '70s. Between the play and the film — did we prefer one over the other? Have a listen to find out! In this episode, the Margos discuss:* Disney live-action films of the 1970s * The differences between the book and the movie * The cast includes: Eddie Albert (Jason O’Day,) Ray Milland (Aristotle Bolt,) Donald Pleasence (Lucas Deranian), Kim Richards (Tia Malone,) Ike Eisenmann (Tony Malone,) Walt Barnes (Sheriff Purdey), Reta Shaw (Mrs Gerindley and Denver Pyle as Uncle Bene.

Clips Featured:* “RV scene” * Escape to Witch Mountain TV Ad * Escape to Witch Mountain 1975 trailer * “Marionette Scene” * Music: Johnny Mandel theme to Escape to Witch Mountain

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Book Vs. Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You
The Taming of the Shrew & the 1999 Heath Ledger Film
10 Things I Hate About You (1999) is a modern adaptation of William Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, reimagining the story in a high school setting. In both works, the plot revolves around two sisters—one desirable and another perceived as problematic. In The Taming of the Shrew, the younger, more attractive Bianca cannot marry until her older, strong-willed sister, Katherina, finds a husband. Similarly, in 10 Things I Hate About You, Bianca Stratford can only date if her rebellious, sharp-tongued sister, Kat, does too. The character of Petruchio in Shakespeare’s play, who is hired to "tame" Katherina and make her marriageable, is mirrored in Patrick Verona (Heath Ledger), who is paid to date Kat (Julia Stiles) so that Bianca can start dating.

Despite the initial financial motivation, Petruchio and Patrick develop genuine feelings for their partners. While The Taming of the Shrew ends with Katherina seemingly submitting to societal expectations, 10 Things I Hate About You gives Kat more agency. She remains independent but opens up to love, showing a more modern and feminist take on Shakespeare’s story.

Between the play & the film--which did we prefer? Listen to find out! In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The teen comedies of the late 1990s * The work of Heath Ledger * The differences between the play and movie * The cast includes Julia Stiles (Kat), Heath Ledger (Patrick Verona), Joseph Gordon-Levitt (Cameron James), Larisa Oleynik (Bianca), Larry Miller (Walter Stratford), Andrew Keegan (Joey Donner), David Krumholtz (Michael Eckman), Daryl “Chill” Mitchell (Mr. Morgan), Susan May Pratt (Mandella), Alison Janey (Ms. Perky), David Leisure (Mr. Chapin), Gabriele Union (Chastity Church), Letters to Cleo, and Save Ferris.

Clips Featured:
* “Hey there, Girlie!” * 10 Things I Hate About You (1999 trailer) * “You see that girl?” * “Rock bar scene” * “Kat dances” * “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” * “The poem scene” * “Bianca beat down scene.” * Music: Letters to Cleo; I Want You to Want Me

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Book Vs. Movie: The Asphalt Jungle
The W.R. Burnett Novel & the 1950 John Huston Film

W.R. Burnett’s 1949 novel The Asphalt Jungle is a compelling crime story that explores the minds, motivations, and downfalls of professional criminals. Set in a Midwestern city, it offers a multi-perspective narrative that vividly portrays the underworld. John Huston’s 1950 film adaptation remains faithful to the book while enhancing the story with striking cinematography and strong performances. However, it shifts the setting to an unnamed urban landscape and introduces Marilyn Monroe's expanded role as a corrupt lawyer's mistress. Between the novel & the film, which did we prefer? Listen to find out! In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Author W.R Burnett and Film Noir of the 40s and 50s * The work of John Huston * The differences between the book and movie * The cast includes Sterling Hayden (Dix Handley,) Louis Calhern (Alonzo D. Emmerich,) James Whitmore (Gus Minissi,) Jean Hagen (Doll Conovan,) Sam Jaffe (Doc Erwin,) John McIntire (Hardy,) Marc Lawrence (Cobby,) Barry Kelley (Lt. Dietrich,) Anthony Caruso (Louis Ciavelli,) Marilyn Monroe (Angela Phinlay,) and Teresa Celli as Maria Ciavelli.

Clips Featured:
* “The Job” * “The Asphalt Jungle” (1950 trailer) * “Sweet Kid” * “Play Some Music” * “A Double Cross” * “Hoodlums” * Music by Miklos Rozsa

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Book Vs. Movie: Mamma Mia
ABBA Gold Vs. Mamma Mia
“Musicals in March!”

Mamma Mia! is a jukebox musical that features the songs of ABBA, the Swedish pop group composed of Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, Agnetha Fältskog, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. The musical was created by British playwright Catherine Johnson, with music by Andersson and Ulvaeus, and premiered in London's West End in 1999. The show was a massive success, leading to multiple international productions, including a Broadway run from 2001 to 2015.
Set on a fictional Greek island, Mamma Mia! follows Sophie Sheridan, a young bride-to-be who secretly invites three men from her mother Donna's past to her wedding, hoping to discover which one is her father. Donna, a former singer with the girl group "Donna and the Dynamos," is unaware of Sophie's plan and is shocked when her past lovers—Sam, Harry, and Bill—arrive. The story unfolds with comedy, romance, and ABBA’s iconic hits, including Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, The Winner Takes It All, and Mamma Mia.
We are comparing the band catalog to this interpretation. Which version did we prefer?
Listen to find out! In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The history of the band and their domination of the 1970s * The road from the stage version to the film * The cast includes Meryl Streep (Donna Sheridan,) Pierce Brosnan (Sam Carmichael,) Colin Firth (Harry Bright,) Stellan Skarsgard (Bill Anderson,) Julie Walters (Rosie Mulligan,) Dominic Cooper (Sky Rymand,) Amanda Seyfried (Sophie Sheridan,) Christine Baranski (Tanya Chesham-Leigh,) and Rachel McDowall as Lisa.

Clips Featured:* “Dancing Queen” * ABBA at the 1974 Eruovision Contest * ABBA “Waterloo” 1975 * Frida “There’s Something Going On” * Mamma Mia 2018 movie trailer * “Does Your Mother Know” (Mamma Mia) * “Mamma Mia”//Mamma Mia * Mamma Mia Sophie’s Wedding * “Super Trouper” Mamma Mia

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Book Vs. Movie:
Billy Elliot
The 2000 Film Vs the 2014 Musical Live
“Musicals in March!”

The Margos continue “Musicals in March” with the film & stage show of Billy Elliot. Both tell the inspiring story of a working-class boy in 1980s northern England who discovers a passion for ballet during the UK miners' strike, but they differ in tone and presentation.
The film, directed by Stephen Daldry and written by Lee Hall (based on his play Dancer), is a gritty drama starring Jamie Bell, featuring a rock and pop soundtrack. It focuses on Billy’s journey and his family's struggles, earning critical acclaim and multiple BAFTA and Oscar nominations.
In contrast, the musical expands the story with more extensive dance sequences and fantasy elements, highlighting the miners’ plight. It includes music by Elton John and offers more character development and stylized theatrical moments. The musical has won numerous Olivier and Tony Awards.
Which version did we prefer? Listen to find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The history behind the original story * The road from the film world to stage * The cast includes: Jamie Bell (Billy Elliot young,) Adam Cooper (Billy Elliot grown,) Julie Walters (Sandra Wilkinson,) Gary Lewis (Jackie Elliot,) Jamie Draven (Tony Elliot,) Jean Heywood (Grandma,) Stuart Wells (Michael Caffrey young,) Merryn Owen (Michael Caffrey grown,) Nicola Blackwell (Debbie Wilkinson,) Colin Mclachlan (Tom Wilkinson,) Mike Elliot (George Watson,) and Billy Fane as Mr. Braithwaite.

Clips Featured:
* “Billy performs for his dad (movie)” * Billy Elliot (2000 trailer) * "Like electricity (movie)" * "Billy says goodbye (movie)" * "Billy as a grownup (movie)" * Billy Eliot the Musical (2014) trailer * "Solidarity (musical)" * "Like electricity (musical)" * Jamie Bell wins the BAFTA * Music by Stephen Warbeck and Elton John.

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Book Vs. Movie:
Gypsy
The 1957 Memoir Vs. the 1962 Movie
“Musicals in March!”

The Margos celebrate another “Musicals in March” episode with Gypsy. Gypsy Rose Lee’s 1957 memoir tells her real-life story of growing up in vaudeville and burlesque under the domineering influence of her mother, Rose Hovick. It paints a detailed picture of her childhood alongside her more naturally talented younger sister, June (later June Havoc), and how Gypsy (born Louise Hovick) eventually became the most famous burlesque performer of her time. The book is witty and self-deprecating and offers an unvarnished yet entertaining look at her complex relationship with her mother.

The movie Gypsy is based on the successful 1959 Broadway musical by Jule Styne, Stephen Sondheim, and Arthur Laurents, rather than directly on the memoir. It follows the same structure as the stage show, focusing on Rose Hovick’s relentless push to make her daughters stars, culminating in Gypsy’s rise to fame. However, because it was a Hollywood film, it softened some of the grittier aspects of Gypsy’s story. So, which version did we prefer? Have a listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* A look at the career of Gypsy Rose Lee * The different Broadway productions over the years * The cast includes Rosalind Russell (Rose Hovick,) Natalie Wood (Louise Hovick/Gypsy Rose Lee,) Karl Malden (Herbie Sommers,) Paul Wallace (Tulsa,) Ann Jillian (Dainty June,) Morgan Brittany (Baby June,) Parley Bear (Mr. Kringelein,) Harry Shannon (Grandpa,) Betty Bruce (Tessie Tura,) Faith Dane (Mazeppa,) Roxanne Arlen (Electra,) and Jean Willes as Betty Cratchitt.

Clips Featured:
* “Natalie Wood as Gypsy” * Ethel Merman on the Perry Como show in 1960 * Gypsy (1962 trailer) * “Dainty June & Her Boys” * “Everything is Coming Up Roses” (Rosalind Russell) * “Little Lamb” * “Let Me Entertain You” * Music by Jule Styne & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

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Book Vs. Movie:
Wicked
The 2004 Musical Vs. the 2024 Movie
"Musicals in March"

The "Wicked" movie is based on Gregory Maguire’s novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West; the book (for the play) was written by Winnie Holzman, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The show had its initial tryout in San Francisco in 2003 before moving to Broadway, where it has enjoyed a successful two-decade run despite receiving mixed reviews.

This success is primarily attributed to its loyal fan base. Part One concludes with the iconic song "Defying Gravity," setting the stage for Part Two, which explores the consequences of Elphaba’s rebellion. The film utilizes CGI and elaborate sets to vividly portray the magical world of Oz in ways that the stage cannot replicate.

So, which version did we prefer? Have a listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* A brief look at the 1995 novel * The path to Broadway to the Jon M. Chu film * The cast includes Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba,) Ariana Grande (Glinda,) Jonathan Bailey (Fiyero,) Ethan Slater (Boq Woodsman,) Bowen Yang (Pfanne,) Peter Dinklage (Dr. Dillamond,) Michelle Yeoh (Madame Morrible,) Jeff Goldblum (Wizard of Oz,) Marissa Bode (Nessarose,) Bronwyn James (Shenshen) and Andy Nyman as Governor Thropp.

Clips Featured:
* “Glinda makes a ball gown” * "Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda at the 2004 Tony Awards" * "Indina Menzel as Elphaba at the 2004 Tony Awards" * Wicked (Part 1 2024 trailer) * “What is this feeling?” * “Defying gravity” * Music by John Powell and Stephen Schwartz

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Book Vs. Movie:
The Piano Lesson
The 1987 August Wilson Play Vs. the 2024
Netflix AdaptationAugust Wilson's The Piano Lesson, first staged in 1987 and winning the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1990, centers on siblings Berniece and Boy Willie as they clash over a family heirloom—the intricately carved piano symbolizing their ancestors' struggles. Set in 1936 Pittsburgh, the play explores themes of heritage, trauma, and the tension between honoring the past and moving forward. The 2024 film adaptation, directed by Malcolm Washington and produced by Denzel Washington, stars John David Washington as Boy Willie, Danielle Deadwyler as Berniece, and Samuel L. Jackson as Doaker. This version promises a fresh retelling with a broader setting and enhanced visuals, including supernatural elements like Sutter's ghost.
So, which version did we prefer? Have a listen to find out in this ep; the Margos discuss:* August Wilson’s life and work. * The multiple changes between the play and the 2024 film * The cast includes Samuel L. Jackson (Doaker,) John David Washington (Boy Willie,) Danielle Deadwyler (Berniece,) Ray Fisher (Lymon,) Corey Hawkins (Avery,) Michael Potts (Winning Boy,) Skylar Aleece Smith (Maretha,) Stephen James (Boy Charles,) Erykah Badu (Lucille,) and Malik J. Lai as Wili Boy

Clips Featured:* “Oh Lord, Berta” * The Paino Player (2024 trailer) * “Berneice and Avery” * “Berneice and Boy Willie” * “1995 Oh Lord, Berta scene.” * “Berneice and Lymon” * The end scene * Soundtrack for The Piano Lesson (2024)

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Book Vs. Movie: The Hate U Give
The 2017 Book by Angie Thomas & the 2018 Film

The Hate U Give, written by Angie Thomas and adapted into a 2018 film directed by George Tillman Jr., presents a powerful narrative about race, identity, and activism. While the book and the movie follow the same core story—Starr Carter witnessing the police shooting of her childhood friend Khalil and navigating the aftermath—they differ in several ways. The Margos take a look at both in this episode. Which did we prefer—the book or the movie?

Click on the link below to find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Author Angie Thomas and the book’s unusual path to adaptation. * The true-life murders that inspired the story * The cast includes Amandla Sternberg (Starr Carter), Regina Hall (Lisa Carter), Russell Hornsby (Maverick Carter), Algee Smith (Khalil Harris), Lamar Johnson (Seven Carter), Issa Rae (April), KJ Apa (Chris Bryant), Common (Carlos), Anthony Mackie (King), Sabrina Carpenter (Hailey Grant), and Drew Starkey as Brian McIntosh Jr.

Clips Featured:
* “Starr Codeswitching at School” * The Hate U Give trailer * “Opening scene with instructions on how to act in case of police interference.” * “THUG Opening scene” * “Chris and Starr” * “Sabrina (Hailey) gets wailed upon and deserves it’ * “Seven Point Scene” * “Sekani gun scene.” * Music by Dustin O’Halloran * The closing song by Arlissa, “We Won’t Move.”

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Book Vs. Movie: The Warriors
Special Interview With Screenwriter & Author Rob Ryder
Plus, a Replay of our 2020 ep!

The Margos revisit a special episode dedicated to the cult classic film The Warriors, based on Sol Yurick's book. Directed by Walter Hill and released in 1979, the movie was a hit but faced backlash due to real-life gang violence, leading studios to halt its promotion. It became a staple of 1980s television and is now considered a modern classic for its comic book sensibility in depicting urban decay. Yurick wrote the original story in 1965, inspired by his experiences with teenagers while working for New York City's welfare department after college.
This episode includes an interview with screenwriter and author Rob Ryder, who contributed to the film and wrote Purple Fury: Rumbling With the Warriors. So, which did we prefer—the book or the movie? Click on the link below to find out!

In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The life story of Sol Yurick * New York City in the 1960s and 1970s * Trivia about the shooting of the film * The cast which includes: Michael Beck (Swan,) James Remar (Ajax,) Dorsey Wright (Cleon,) Brian Tyler (Snow,) David Harris (Cochise,) Tom McKitterick (Cowboy,) Marcelino Sanchez (Rembrandt,) Terry Michos (Vermin,) Deborah Van Valkenburgh (Mercy,) Roger Hill (Cyrus,) David Patrick Kelly (Luther,) Lynne Thigpen (D.J.,) and Mercedes Ruehl (policewoman.)

Clips Featured:
* The Warriors trailer * “Warriors, come out to play!” (David Patrick Kelly) * Luther “Can you dig it?” (Roger Hill) * The D.J. warns The Warriors (Lynne Thigpen) * Outro music: Composer Barry DeVorzon

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Book Vs. Movie: Girls Just Want to Have Fun
The Cyndi Lauper Hit Vs. the Sarah Jessica Parker MovieThe 1985 film Girls Just Want to Have Fun is a beloved teen dance comedy inspired by Cyndi Lauper’s iconic song. The story follows Janey Glenn (Sarah Jessica Parker), a dance-loving teen who moves to Chicago with her strict military father. Encouraged by her quirky friend Lynne (Helen Hunt), Janey auditions for the TV show Dance TV and teams up with working-class Jeff Malene (Lee Montgomery) to pursue their dance dreams, facing rivals and romance. The film also features Shannen Doherty as Jeff’s sister and Jonathan Silverman as his goofy best friend.
So which did the Margos prefer? The original song by Robert Hazard or the 1985 film? Listen to find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The careers of Cyndi Lauper and Robert Hazard in the early 1980s * How the film was adapted from the song * The Movie Cast: Sarah Jessica Parker (Janey Glenn,) Helen Hunt (Lynn Stone,) Lee Montgomery (Jeff Malene,) Jonathan Silverman (Drew Boreman,) and Shannon Doherty as Maggie Malene.

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Clips used:* “Girls” remake song and early scene * Girls Just Want to Have Fun (1985 trailer) * Roger Ebert’s 1985 review of Girls Just Want to Have Fun * Audition scene * “Dance TV” * “Party invasion scene” * Music by Deborah Galli with Tami

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Book Vs. Movie: Meet John Doe
The 1922 Short Story Vs. the 1941 FilmFrank Capra’s 1941 film Meet John Doe is often described as “based on a story by Richard Connell and Robert Presnell.” Unlike Connell’s famous short story, “The Most Dangerous Game,” the source material for Meet John Doe was based on a short story, “A Reputation,” which appeared in 1922 in Century Magazine. The original work and the final film critique how newspapers—and media moguls—shape public sentiment for their own purposes. Starring Gary Cooper and Barbara Stanwyck, the film was a significant box office success and received an Academy Award nomination for Best Story, with Capra opting for a more hopeful ending than the original.
So which did we prefer? The original short story of the Capra movie? Listen to find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The works of both Richard Connell and Frank Capra * The differences between the short story & 1941 film * The Movie Cast: Gary Cooper (John Doe,) Barbara Stanwyck (Ann Mitchell,) Edward Arnold (D.B. Norton,) Walter Brennan (The Colonel,) Spring Byington (Mrs. Mitchell,) James Gleason (Henry Connell,) and Gene Lockhart as Mayor Lovett.

Margo’s upcoming book on Saturday Night Fever (pre-order!)
Clips used:
* Gary Cooper as “John Doe” * Meet John Doe (1941 trailer) * “Love thy neighbor.” * “John Doe’s speech” * “John at the bridge” * “Last scene” * Music by Dimitri Tiomkin

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Book Vs. Movie: The Odd Couple
The 1965 Play Vs. the 1968 Film
The Margos are feeling very neighborly in Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple, which began as a stage play, premiering on Broadway in 1965, and it quickly became one of Simon’s most famous works. The 1968 film adaptation, directed by Gene Saks and starring Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau, brought the story to an even wider audience. Which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The 1965 play by Neil Simon * The differences between the book & 1968 film * The Movie Cast: Jack Lemmon (Felix Unger,) Walter Matthau (Oscar Madison,) Herb Edelman (Murray,) John Fielder (Vinnie,) David Sheiner (Roy,) Larry Haines (Speed,) Monica Evans (Cecily Pigeon,) Carole Shelley (Gwendolyn Pigeon,) Billie Bird (Chambermaid,) and Iris Adrian as the Waitress.

Margo’s upcoming book on Saturday Night Fever (pre-order!)
Clips used:* “Throw the Mug” * The Odd Couple (1968 trailer) * “Poker Game” * “The Pigeon Sisters” * “Cleaning the Apartment” * Music by Neal Hefti

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Book Vs. Movie: 84 Charing Cross Road
The 1970 Book Vs. the 1987 Film"84, Charing Cross Road" began as a slim epistolary book by American author Helene Hanff, first published in 1970. The book documents a warm, real-life correspondence between Hanff, an avid reader in New York City, and the antiquarian bookshop Marks & Co. staff at 84 Charing Cross Road in London. It was later adapted into a film in 1987, directed by David Hugh Jones and starring Anne Bancroft as Helene Hanff and Anthony Hopkins as Frank Doel, her primary correspondent at the bookshop. Which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out !

In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The story behind the 1970 memoir * The differences between the book & 1987 film * The Movie Cast: Anne Bancroft (Helene Hanff,) Anthony Hopkins (Frank Doel,) Judi Dench (Nora Doel,) Maurice Deanham (George Martin,) Mercedes Ruehl (Kay,) Daniel Gerroll (Brain,) Wendy Morgan (Megan Wells,) and Ian McNiece (Bill Humphries.).

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Clips used:* “Frank almost meets Helene at the bookshop.” * 84 Charing Cross Road (1987 trailer) * “Frank writes to Helene” * “Frank and Helene talk to the camera.” * Music by George Fenton

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Book Vs. Movie:
Scrooged
The Charles Dickens Classic Vs. the 1988 FilmAfter ten years of producing special holiday episodes in December, the Margos discovered that there are numerous versions of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol. Everyone from the Fonz to Susan Lucci to Sir Patrick Stewart has portrayed Ebenezer Scrooge in some adaptation. So, why not select one version each season to explore and celebrate? This week, we're focusing on the 1988 film Scrooged, featuring Bill Murray and Robert Donner. This version is a complex classic, notable for its high levels of cynicism but it still makes us laugh! Which version did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:* How Charles Dickens “Saved” Christmas * The backstory of the movie * The Movie Cast:Bill Murray (Frank Cross,) Karen Allen (Claire,) John Forsythe (Lew,) John Glover (Brice Cummings,) Bobcat Goldthwait, David Johansen (Ghost of Christmas Past,) Carol Kane (Ghost of Christmas Present,) Robert Mitchum (Preston Rhinelander,) Nicholas Phillips (Calvin,) Alfre Woodard (Grace,) and Mabel King as Grandma.

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Clips used:* Frank meets his first ghost * Scrooged (1988 trailer) * Lester Wilson and the Solid Gold Dancers * Carol Kane as the Ghost of Christmas Present * Bill Murray’s last speech in the film * Scrooged music by Danny Elfman

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Book Vs. Movie: The Lion in Winter
The 1966 Play Vs. the 1968 FilmFew stories transcend mediums as powerfully as James Goldman’s The Lion in Winter. Whether presented on stage or on screen, this tale of royal power struggles and familial manipulation in 12th-century England captivates audiences with its sharp dialogue, rich character dynamics, and timeless themes. But how do the 1966 play and its 1968 film adaptation compare? Let’s explore the similarities and differences between these two iconic versions. Which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The inauspicious debut on the Broadway stage * The true history behind the story * The Movie Cast: Peter O’Toole (Henry II,) Katharine Hepburn (Eleanor of Aquitaine,) Anthony Hopkins (Richard the Lionheart,) John Castle (Geoffrey,) Nigel Terry (John,) Timothy Dalton (Philip II,) Jane Merrow (Alais,) Nigel Stock (William Marshall,) Kenneth Ives (Queen Eleanor’s guard,) and O.Z. Whitehead as Hugh de Puiset.

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Clips used:
* Katharine Hepburn, Peter O’Toole, and Jane Merrow * The Lion in Winter (1968 trailer) * Peter O’Toole * Katharine Hepburn and Anthony Hopkins * Katharine Hepburn and her sons * “The Wedding Scene” * Music composed by John Barry

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Book Vs. Movie:
Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas
1971 Children’s Book Vs. the 1977 TV SpecialLast year, the Margos adapted O. Henry's "Gift of the Magi," so it felt appropriate to revisit the themes of selflessness and family during the holidays by exploring Russell Hoban's "Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas." This 1971 book inspired the beloved Jim Henson-directed TV special from 1977, which has become a classic for generations. So, between the book and the film, which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Biography of the author Russell Hoban * The world of Jim Henson * The Movie Cast: Jerry Nelson (Emmet Otter,) Frank Oz & Marilyn Sokol (Alice Otter,) Jim Henson (Kermit the Frog,) Richard Hunt (Charlie Muskrat,) Eren Ozker as Gretchen Fox.

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Clips used:
* “Kermit the Frog Opener” * Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas trailer * “Ain’t No Hole in the Wash Tub” * “Bar-B-Que” * “Emmet meets Chuck.” * “Brothers song” * “Riverbottom Nightmare” * “Brothers in Our World” * Music composed by Paul Williams

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Book Vs. Movie: Holiday
The 1928 Play Vs. the 1938 FilmThe Margos celebrate the holiday season with the classic 1938 film "Holiday," directed by George Cukor and starring Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant. Based on the 1928 play by Philip Barry, the story follows an adventure-seeking playboy (played by Grant) who engages in a battle of wits with his fiancée’s sister (played by Hepburn) during the New Year’s holiday in upper-class New York City. So, between the play and the film, which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* How the play and 1938 movie differ * The setting of 1928 vs 1938 change the tone of the work * Theater TCU Play 2023 * The Movie Cast: Katharine Hepburn (Linda Seton,) Cary Grant (Johnny Case,) Doris Nolan (Julia Seton,) Lew Ayres (Ned Seaton,) Henry Kolker (Edward Seton Sr.,) Edward Everett Horton (Professor Nick Potter,) Jean Dixon (Susan Potter,) Binnie Barnes (Laura Cram) and Henry Daniell as Seton Cram.

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Clips used:
* “New Year’s Eve Waltz” * TCM Pre-Show for Holiday (1938) * “Julia, Johnny, and Linda” * Johny asks Linda, “Why work?” * “Julia and Johnny disagree” * “Ned, Julia and Johnny” * “Johnny and Linda do acrobatics” * Music by Sidney Cutner

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Book Vs. Movie: Convoy
The CW McCall Novelty Song Vs. the Sam Peckinpah (!) Film
In the mid-1970s, a unique country song about truckers, CB radios, and the open road captured the imagination of America. It was called "Convoy," and it not only topped the charts but also inspired a Hollywood movie, solidifying its place in pop culture history. Initially a novelty tune, it evolved into a cultural phenomenon. The song was written and performed by C.W. McCall, the alter ego of ad man Bill Fries, in collaboration with musician Chip Davis, who later founded Mannheim Steamroller. "Convoy" rode the wave of the CB radio craze that swept through the U.S. during the 1970s. The song's immense success attracted Hollywood's attention, and soon, the story of "Rubber Duck" made its way to the big screen. The movie, directed by Sam Peckinpah, known for his gritty and violent Westerns such as The Wild Bunch and Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid, added a dramatic twist to the whimsical narrative. So, between the song and the film, which did the Margos prefer?

Listen to find out! In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* How the song was created as an advertisement * The career of Sam Peckinpah * The Movie Cast: Kris Kristofferson (Rubber Duck,) Ali McGraw (Melissa,) Ernest Borgnine (“Cottonmouth,”) Burt Young (Love Machine,) Madge Sinclair (Widow Woman,) Franklyn Ajaye (Spider Mike,) Seymour Cassell (Governor Haskins,) Cassie Yates (Violet,) Billy Hughes (“Pack Rat,”) Jorge Russek (Tiny Alvarez,) and Patrice Martinez as Maria.

Clips used:
* “Convoy Truckers Escape Speedtrap” * “Old Home Bread Commercial 1973” * CW McCall on Hee Haw in 1976 * Convoy (1978 trailer) * “Rubber Duck meets Melissa” * “Rubber Duck sneaks into NM.” * “Bridge scene Convoy.” * Music by CW McCall & Chip Davis

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Book Vs. Movie: The Wizard of Oz
(Replay in honor of Wicked!)
The Margos celebrate the new Wicked movie starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande with a replay of our beloved episode devoted to L. Frank Baum and The Wizard of Oz. The book presents a vast, detailed Oz with darker undertones, while the movie streamlines the story, focusing on Dorothy’s emotional journey. Baum’s Dorothy is resourceful and independent, whereas Judy Garland’s portrayal adds warmth and vulnerability, emphasizing her longing for home.Between the technicolor 1939 classic and the original novel--which version did we prefer? Have a listen to find out!

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Book Vs. Movie: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse
The Charlie Mackesy Children’s Book Vs. the 2022 Apple+ Film

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy is a beautifully illustrated book that explores themes of kindness, resilience, and self-acceptance through the adventures of four unlikely friends. Each character offers unique insights: the curious Boy, the cake-loving Mole, the cautious Fox, and the wise Horse. Through gentle dialogue and expressive artwork, the story reflects on friendship, hope, and the journey to find peace within oneself. Often compared to "The Little Prince," this book has resonated with readers of all ages and was adapted into an award-winning animated film in 2022 that was created remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. So, which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out! In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The inspiring work of the author and how the book was created * How the film was created during the COVID-19 lockdown. * The Movie Cast: Jude Coward Nicoll (the Boy,) Tom Hollander (the Mole,) Idris Elba (the Fox) and Gabriel Byrne as the Horse.

Clips used:
* “Isn’t it odd, we can only share our outsides…” * The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (2022 trailer) * “One of our greatest freedoms..” * “Everyone gets lost sometimes.” * “Look to the dawn…” * Music by Isobel Waller-Bridge

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Book Vs. Movie: Travels with My Aunt
The 1969 Graham Greene Novel Vs. the 1972 Maggie Smith Film
The Margos pack their suitcases for Graham Greene’s Travels with My Aunt and its 1972 film adaptation. The story of Henry Pulling, a reserved Englishman, whose life changes when his eccentric Aunt Augusta leads him on an adventurous journey across Europe. Greene explores the novel's themes of self-discovery, rebellion, and unconventional relationships with his signature dark humor. Augusta’s vibrant, morally ambiguous character makes Henry question his life choices. The film, directed by George Cukor and starring Maggie Smith as Augusta, takes a lighter, comedic approach. Henry’s character becomes more of a comedic foil to Augusta, and the adaptation focuses less on Augusta’s complex past. While the movie brings energy and charm, fans of the book often feel it lacks Greene’s depth. So, which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out! In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The work of Graham Greene * Maggie Smith!!!!! * The differences between the novel and the film. * The Movie Cast: Maggie Smith (Augusta Bertram,) Alec McGowen (Henry Pulling,) Louis Gosset Jr. (Zachary Wordsworth,) Robert Stephens (Ercole Visconti,) Cindy Williams (Tooley,) Robert Flemyng (Achille Dambreuse,) Corinne Marchand (Louise) and Valerie White as Mme. Dambreuse.

Clips used:
* “Aunt August at the Funeral” * Travels with My Aunt (original 1972 trailer) * 1973 Academy Awards Best Costume Design * “Aunt Augusta and Henry fly to Paris.” * Travels with My Aunt soundtrack by Tony Hatch.

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Book Vs. Movie: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (replay)
The 1964 Ian Fleming Novel Vs. the 1968 Classic Movie
Book vs. Movie: Chitty Chitty Bang BangThe Margos explore Ian Fleming's only children's story, "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," published in October 1964, shortly after his death at 56. Written for his son Caspar, the story features characters inspired by Fleming's children and their friends, set against the backdrop of 1920s aero-engine racing carts. The tale follows Commander Caractacus Pott and his magical car, "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," named for the sound it makes. The car embarks on various adventures in England and France, able to swim and fly while evading villains who kidnap children for robberies. Produced by Albert "Cubby" Broccoli, the film took liberties with the story and included music by the Sherman Brothers. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Song and became a stage musical in 2002. So, which did we like more between the original story and the 1968 adaptation?

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Book Vs. Movie: The Night of the Hunter
The 1953 Novel Vs. the 1955 Classic Movie
Davis Grubb’s 1953 novel The Night of the Hunter and its 1955 film adaptation by Charles Laughton offer haunting interpretations of a sinister preacher, Harry Powell, and two children fleeing him. The novel delves deeper into Powell's twisted morality and religious fanaticism. At the same time, the film, featuring Robert Mitchum, presents him as a symbolic figure of evil with striking visual elements, including his "LOVE" and "HATE" tattoos. The book maintains a grounded, psychological tone, while the movie employs a surreal, expressionist style to illustrate the battle between good and evil. Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The creepy origin story of the book. * Charles Laughton’s excellent direction and why he never helmed a picture again. * The differences between the novel and the 1955 film. * The Movie Cast: Robert Mitchum (Harry Powell,) Shelley Winters (Willa Harper,) Lillian Gish (Rachel Cooper,) Billy Chapin (John Harper,) Sally Jane Bruce (Pearl Harper,) James Gleason (Uncle “Birdie” Steptoe,) Evelyn Varden (Icey Spoon,) Don Beddoe (Walt Spoon,) Peter Graves (Ben Harper,) Gloria Castillo (Ruby,) and Paul Bryar as Bart the Hangman.

Clips used:* “Harry Speaks to the Lord” * The Night of the Hunter (1955 trailer) * “John Promises His Dad” * “Love and Hate” * “He Ain’t My Dad” * “Leaning” * The Night of the Hunter soundtrack by Walter Schumann

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Book Vs. Movie: The Fly
The 1957 Short Story Vs. the 1986 Movie
The Margos feature The Fly this month with special guest Patrick Bromley, who hosts the excellent F This Movie podcast. The 1957 short story and the 1986 film share the core premise of a scientist merging with a fly during a teleportation experiment, but they have different approaches. George Langelaan's story focuses on the emotional and ethical fallout, depicting science as perilous when unchecked. David Cronenberg's adaptation emphasizes the grotesque consequences of scientific overreach, blending body horror with a profound sense of loss.
Langelaan's story explores guilt, tragedy, and the limits of science, while Cronenberg's film focuses on the horror of losing one's humanity physically and mentally. Both versions are haunting, but Cronenberg's film expands the original premise into a deeply personal horror, highlighting the darker sides of human ambition. The link for Wixson and Bromley’s book In Search of Darkness from AM Ink.

Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The origin story of Langelaan’s short story which appeared in Playboy magazine in 1957. * YouTube link for Edward E. French reading The Fly * The career of David Cronenberg * The differences between the short story and the 1986 film. * The Movie Cast: Jeff Goldblum (Seth Brundle,) Geena Davis (Ronnie Quaife,) John Getz (Stathis Borans,) Joy Boushel (Tawny,) Leslie Carlson (Dr. Brent Cheevers,) George Chuvalo (Marky) and David Cronenberg as the gynecologist.

Clips used:* “Be Afraid. Be very afraid.” * The Fly (1986 trailer) * “Cheeseburger scene” * “Plasma Pool.” * “Seth kidnaps Ronnie.” * The Fly soundtrack by Howard Shore

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Book Vs. Movie: Dolores Claiborne
1992 Novel Vs. the 1995 Movie
The Margos delve back to the Stephen King well (pun intended!) with Dolores Claiborne, a gripping narrative of survival, domestic abuse, and hidden truths. Originally penned in 1992 and later brought to life on the silver screen in 1995, this story has held audiences spellbound in its literary and cinematic forms. Yet, as with many adaptations, the movie takes its path, offering a fresh perspective on the tale. The differences between the two versions in narrative style, character focus, and themes create distinct and compelling experiences for readers and viewers. Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The settings for Stephen King's stories * The differences between the novel and the film. * The Movie Cast: Kathy Bates (Dolores Claiborne,) Jennifer Jason Leigh (Serena St. George,) Ellen Muth (Young Selena,) Judy Parfitt (Vera Donovan,) Christopher Plummer (Detective John Mackey,) David Strathairn (Joe St. George,) Eric Bogosian (Peter,) John C. Reily (Constable Frank Stamshaw,) Bob Gunten (Mr. Pease,) Roy Cooper (Magistrate,) and Wayne Robson as Sammy Marchant.

Clips used:
* “Delores meets Vera Donavan” * Frances Sternhagen's audiobook reading of Dolores Claiborne * Dolores Claiborne (1995 trailer) * “Selena arrives at Little Tall Island” * “Vera instructs Dolores about her options.” * “Joe and Dolores fight during the eclipse. Bye, Joe!” * Delores Claiborne soundtrack by Danny Elfman

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Book Vs. Movie: The Day the Earth Stood Still
The 1940 Short Story Vs. the 1951 Adaptation
The Day the Earth Stood Still is a classic sci-fi story. The iconic 1951 film was based on Harry Bates’ short story "Farewell to the Master." Both versions share a similar premise—an alien visitor and his robot arrive on Earth, but they diverge significantly in tone and message. In Bates' 1940 story, Klaatu and his robot Gnut arrive on Earth, but Klaatu is quickly killed. The focus then shifts to Gnut, who, in a twist ending, is revealed to be the true master, not Klaatu. This philosophical narrative explores the limits of human perception, the ambiguity of power, and intelligence beyond human understanding.

The film adapts the story into a Cold War parable. Klaatu, more of a Christ-like figure, comes with a warning: Earth must abandon violence and nuclear weapons or face destruction by an interplanetary alliance. His robot, Gort, serves as an enforcer of this message, not the master. The film delivers a clear moral about peace and diplomacy, reflecting the political fears of its time.
Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The settings for both stories * The differences between the original short story and the 1951 adaptation. * The Movie Cast: Michael Rennie (Klaatu,) Patricia Neal (Helen Benson,) Hugh Marlowe (Tom Stevens,) Sam Jaffe (Professor Barnhardt,) Billy Gray (Bobby Benson,) Frances Bavier (Mrs. Barley) and Lock Martin as Gort.

Clips used:* “Klaatu’s speech” * The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951 trailer) * “Gort arrives on Earth” * “Kalatu Barada Nikto” * Bernard Herrmann's soundtrack for The Day the Earth Stood Still

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Farewell to the Master: The Day the Earth Stood Still

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Book Vs. Movie: All Quiet On the Western Front
The 1928 German Classic Novel Vs. the 2024 Netflix AdaptationThe Margos conclude "Banned Books Month" with Erich Maria Remarque’s 1928 novel "All Quiet on the Western Front," a profound anti-war masterpiece that captures the emotional and psychological devastation of World War I from the perspective of young German soldiers. The 2022 film adaptation, directed by Edward Berger, reimagines the story for modern audiences, using intense visuals and dramatic storytelling to convey the horrors of war.

While the novel and the film share a common anti-war message, they approach it differently. When the Nazis came to power in Germany, they viewed Remarque’s novel as an insult to the German military and the nation. Adolf Hitler and the Nazi leadership condemned the book for promoting defeatism and portraying German soldiers as victims rather than heroic figures.

It didn’t align with the Nazi ideology of military pride and national superiority. The English translation of the book faced censorship in specific areas like Boston, where it was banned for obscenity, and customs officials in Chicago also seized some copies due to concerns about content. Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The life story of author Remarque * Why is this work still controversial? * The differences between the original book and the 2022 adaptation. * The Movie Cast: Felix Kammerer (Paul Baumer,) Albrecht Schuch (“Kat,”) Aaron Hilmer (Ludwig,) Moritz Klaus (Franz,) Adrian Grunewald (Ludwig Behm,) Edin Hasanovic (Tjaden Stackfleet,) Daniel Bruhl (Matthias Erzberger,) Thibault de Montalembert (General Ferdinand Foch,) Devid Striesow (General Friedrichs,) Andreas Dohler (Lt. Hoppe,) and Sebastian Hulk as Major Von Brixdorf.

Clips used:* “The boys are ready for war.” * All Quiet on the Western Front (2022 Netflix trailer) * “Finding dead soldiers who were gassed.” * “The general eat in luxury.” * “Paul brings Kat to the hospital.” * Music by Volker Bertelmann

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Book Vs. Movie: The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie

(Replay ep for Dame Maggie Smith 1934-2024)

The Margos celebrate September with a series of “Back to School” episodes, starting with the 1961 classic The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark. Brodie is a popular teacher at a girls' school in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1931.
Each year she picks a group of students to be an elite part of the “Brodie set”--under her tutelage learning mostly about the arts & beauty (and not science!)Brodie is single and considers herself at her “prime,” with two gentlemen vying for her affection.
Mr. Lloyd is a painter, a father of six, and a bit of a letch. Mr. Lowther is a kind person but a bit wishy-washy.
The competition for her attention and affection marks their relationships and is a game the girls enjoy watching.Turns out Brodie is a Fascist, which is her ultimate undoing. The complicated story about education and mentorship is an indictment of giving one person too much power over a young mind. The 1969 movie was not a massive hit at the time, but when Dame Maggie Smith won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1970, it went back into the theaters and became a classic. There are many changes between the book & the film. Which did the Margos like more? In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The interesting life story of Muriel Spark * The central characters and how they differ in the adaptation * The moral quandary of liking Maggie Smith and despising Brodie * The cast includes Maggie Smith (Brodie,) Robert Stephens (Teddy Lloyd,) Pamela Franklin (Sandy,) Gordon Jackson (Gordon Lowther,) Celia Johnson (Miss Mackay,) Diane Grayson (Jenny,) Jane Carr (Mary McGregor,) and Shirley Steedman (Monica.)

Clips Featured:
* The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie trailer * Miss Brodie confronts Miss Mackay * Sandy confront Miss Brodie * Miss Brodie shows her vacation slides * Music: “Jean” by Rod McKuen

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Book Vs. Movie: Where the Wild Things Are
The 1963 Classic Children’s Book Vs. the 2009 AdaptationMaurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are has captured readers' hearts for decades, telling a timeless story of childhood, imagination, and emotional growth. When director Spike Jonze adapted it into a full-length film in 2009, audiences were treated to a visually stunning and emotionally complex retelling of the classic. Despite its beloved status, the book is often banned, prompting questions about the reasons behind these challenges.
In this episode, the Margos explore the critical differences between the book and the film, examining how each medium handles its themes, characters, and tone.
Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The work of Maurice Sendak * Why is this work still controversial? * The differences between the 1963 children’s book and the 2009 adaptation. * The 1957 Movie Cast: Max Records (Max,) Catherine Keener (Connie,) Mark Ruffalo (Adrian,) Steve Mouzakis (Max’s teacher,) James Gandolfini (Carol,) Lauren Ambrose (KW,) Chris Cooper (Douglas,) Catherine O’Hara (Judith,) Paul Dano (Alexander,) Michael Berry Jr. (Bernard the Bull), and director Spike Jonez as Bob & Terry the owls.

Clips used:
* “The sun is going to die.” * Where the Wild Things Are (audiobook) * Where the Wild Things Are (Original trailer) * “Max runs away from home.” * “Max tackles KW” * “That was my favorite arm!” * Where the Wild Things Are (Luke Combs)

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Book Vs. Movie: 1984
The 1949 Classic Novel Vs. the 1984 AdaptationThe Margos continue their look at “Banned Books’ in September with the novel 1984, which is set in a dystopian world dominated by a totalitarian regime that enforces complete obedience and constant surveillance. The protagonist, Winston Smith, works at the Ministry of Truth, altering historical records to fit the Party's narrative. He questions the Party's authority despite outward compliance and secretly documents his dissent. The story culminates in Winston's imprisonment and torture, leading to his ultimate betrayal and psychological manipulation. The 1984 film adaptation, directed by Michael Radford, is considered one of the most faithful to Orwell's novel.

Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The work of George Orwell. * Why is this work still controversial? * The differences between the 1949 novel and the 1984 adaptation. * The 1957 Movie Cast: John Hurt (Winston Smith,) Richard Burton (O’Brien,) Suzanna Hamilton (Julia,) Cyril Cusack (Mr. Carrington,) Gregor Fisher (Parsons,) James Walker (Syme,) Andrew Wilde (Tillotson,) John Boswall (Emmanuel,) Bob Flag as Big Brother.

Clips used:
* “Your kind is extinct.” * 1984 (Original 1984 movie trailer) * Apple 1984 ad * Winston & O’Brien * “Sexcrimes” by Eurythmics.

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Book Vs. Movie: Peyton Place
The 1956 Novel Vs. the 1957 Movie
Peyton Placeby Grace Metalious, published in 1956, became one of the most controversial books of its time due to its exploration of taboo topics like adultery, incest, and moral hypocrisy in a small New England town. The explicit content led to the book being banned in several cities and states across the U.S. Despite the controversy, the novel became a bestseller. It inspired a successful 1957 film and a long-running TV series from 1964 to 1969, cementing its place in American pop culture. Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The short, fascinating life of the author. * Why did the book and movie cause such a stir? * The 1957 Movie Cast: Lana Turner (Constance MacKenzie,) Diane Varsi (Allison MacKenzie,) Hope Lang (Selena Cross,) Lee Philips (Michael Rossi,) Arthur Kennedy (Lucas Cross,) Lloyd Nolan (Dr. Matthew Swain,) Russ Tamblyn (Norman Page,) Terry Moore (Betty Anderson,) David Nelson (Ted Carter,) Barry Coe (Rodney Harington,) and Lorne Green as the District Attorney.

Clips used:
* “Dr. Swain on trial” * Peyton Place (1957 trailer) * The students plan for senior prom * Selena is pregnant * Norman comes home from the War * Music for Peyton Place by Franz Waxman

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Book Vs. Movie: To Kill a Mockingbird
The 1960 Novel Vs. the 1962 Movie
The 1962 film adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird, directed by Robert Mulligan, is a powerful retelling of Harper Lee's classic novel. The story follows Atticus Finch, played by Gregory Peck in an Oscar-winning performance, as he defends Tom Robinson (Brock Peters), a Black man falsely accused of raping a white woman in 1930s Alabama.

The film is seen through the eyes of Atticus's young daughter, Scout (Mary Badham), and her brother Jem (Phillip Alford), who grapple with the harsh realities of racism and injustice in their small town. Key characters include Dill Harris (John Megna), Scout and Jem's imaginative friend, and Boo Radley (Robert Duvall), the mysterious neighbor who ultimately reveals his true character. The movie focuses on the moral courage of Atticus and the loss of innocence experienced by the children, capturing the essence of the novel’s themes in a more streamlined narrative.

Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The amazing story of Harper Lee and her life and times. * America in the 1950s and race relations * The 1962 Movie Cast: Gregory Peck (Atticus Finch,) Mary Badham (Scout,) Phillip Alford (Jem,) John Megna (Dill,) Frank Overton (Sheriff Heck Tate,) Rosemary Murphy (Maude,) Ruth White (Mrs. Dubose,) Brock Peters (Tom Robinson,) Estelle Evans (Calpurnia,) Paul Fix (Judge John Taylor,) Collin Wilcox (Mayella,) James Anderson (Bob,) Alice Ghostley (Miss Stephanie Crawford,) Robert Duvall (Boo Radley,) and Richard Hale as Nathan Radley.

Clips used:
* Atticus counsels Scout * To Kill a Mockingbird original 1962 trailer * “What kind of man are you? * The children save Atticus. * Scout attacked (Boo rescues her.) * Atticus cross-examines Mayella * Atticus leaves the courtroom * Scout meets Boo Radley * Sissy Spacek and the audiobook * Music for To Kill a Mockingbird by Elmer Bernstein

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Book Vs. Movie: Now, Voyager
The 1941 Novel Vs. the 1942 Movie
Olive Higgins Prouty's 1941 novel Now, Voyager was later adapted into a 1942 film starring Bette Davis. This powerful story follows Charlotte Vale, a repressed woman controlled by her domineering mother. After a breakdown, Charlotte undergoes a transformative journey, finding independence and love with a married man, Jerry Durrance. Bette Davis delivers a memorable performance in the film, capturing Charlotte’s transformation. The iconic scene where Jerry lights two cigarettes and hands one to Charlotte symbolizes their deep connection. Now, Voyager remains a classic of Hollywood’s Golden Age, praised for portraying mental health and female empowerment. Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The original story of the 1941 novel. * The author’s interesting life story * The 1941 Movie Cast: Bette Davis (Charlotte,) Paul Henried (Jeremiah/Jerry,) Claude Rains (Dr. Vale,) Gladys Cooper (Mrs. Henry Vale,) Bonita Granville (June Vale,) John Loder (Elliot Livingston,) Ilka Chase (Lisa Vale,) Lee Patrick (Deb,) Franklin Pangborn (Mr. Thompson,) and Katharine Alexander as Miss Trask..

Clips used:
* Charlotte comes home * “Now, Voyager” original 1942 trailer * “A Light Shines Within” * Mrs. Vale takes a tumble * Charlotte has a nervous breakdown * The cab scene * “Don’t Let’s Ask for the Moon. We Have the Stars” * Music by Max Steiner

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Book Vs. Movie: Charlotte’s Web
The 1952 Novel Vs the 1973 Movie

"Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White is a classic children's novel that tells the heartwarming story of Wilbur, a pig, and his unlikely friendship with Charlotte, a wise and caring spider. Through Charlotte's clever web-spinning, she helps save Wilbur from being slaughtered, highlighting themes of friendship, loyalty, and the cycle of life.

The 1973 animated movie adaptation stays faithful to the book's narrative and themes, capturing the gentle and reflective tone that made the story beloved by generations. The film, with its simple yet charming animation and memorable songs, preserves the emotional depth of the original story, making it a treasured adaptation for fans of the book. Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The original story of the 1952 novel. * The Sherman Brothers * The 1973 Movie Cast: Henry Gibson (Wilbur,) Debbie Reynolds (Charlotte,) Paul Lynde (Templeton,) Agnes Moorehead (the Goose,) Don Messick (Jeffrey,) Pamela Ferdin (Fern,) Dave Madden (the Ram,) and Danny Bonaduce as Avery Arable.

Clips used:
* Wilbur can sing * Author E.B. White reads Charlotte’s Web in 1970 * Charlotte’s Web (1973 trailer) * “Chin Up!” * “A Very Smorgasbord” * “Mother Earth and Father Time” * “Zuckerman’s Famous Pig” * Music by The Sherman Brothers

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Book Vs. Movie: The Bling Ring
The Vanity Fair Article Vs.The 2013 Sofia Coppola Movie
"The Bling Ring" is a 2013 film written and directed by Sofia Coppola and is based on the true story of a group of teenagers known as the Bling Ring, who used the internet to track celebrities' whereabouts to rob their homes. The screenplay is based on Nancy Jo Sales' 2010 Vanity Fair article "The Suspects Wore Louboutins."The film follows a group of fame-obsessed teenagers in Los Angeles who track celebrities' locations through social media and then break into their homes to steal luxury items.
Our special guest for this episode is Kristen Meinzer of the Daily Fail, How to Be Fine, and By the Book podcasts! Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The 2010 Vanity Fair article * The various documentaries about the robberies * The 2013 Movie Cast: Israel Broussard (Marc Hall,) Katie Chang (Rebecca Ahn,) Emma Watson (Nicki Moore,) Taissa Farmiga (Sam Moore,) Claire Julien (Chloe Tainer,) Gavin Rossdale (Ricky,) Leslie Mann (Laurie Moore,) Stacy Edwards (Mrs. Hall,) and Annie Fitzgerald as Kate.

Clips used:
* Alexis is arrested * The Bling Ring (2013 trailer) * Emma Watson & Leslie Bibb * Robbing Megan Fox’s house * KTLA news * Music by Ladrones De La Fama.

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Book Vs. Movie: Born Yesterday
The 1946 Play Vs.The 1950 Movie
"Born Yesterday" (based on the 1946 play by Garson Kanin) is a sharp critique of corruption and a celebration of personal growth. It explores the transformative power of education and delves into themes of ethics and integrity. Even after over seven decades, its themes of empowerment, integrity, and social critique remain relevant, making it a timeless classic. George Cukor directed the 1950 film, which featured an electrifying performance by Judy Holliday, who won an Academy Award for Best Actress. In 1993, the film was adapted with Melanie Griffith in the lead role. Which version did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The 1946 play and its successful run on Broadway * The career of Judy Holliday * The 1950 Movie Cast: Judy Holliday (Billie Dawn,) Broderick Crawford (Harry Brock,) William Holden (Paul Verrall,) Howard St. John (Jim Devery,) Frank Otto (Eddie,) Larry Oliver (Congressman Hedges,) Barbara Brown (Mrs. Anna Hedges,) Grandon Rhodes (Sanborn) and Claire Carlton as Helen the maid.

Clips used:
* “I am not 30!” * Born Yesterday (1950 trailer) * “Gin!” * “Glasses?” * The 1993 remake TV ad * Music by Frederick Hollander

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Book Vs. Movie: 3:10 to Yuma
The 1953 Elmore Leonard Short Story Vs.The 2007 Movie

"3:10 to Yuma" (2007) is a Western film directed by James Mangold, based on a short story by Elmore Leonard. It is a remake of the 1957 film of the same name. Here are some key details: The story is set in the late 19th century. It follows Dan Evans (Christian Bale), a struggling rancher and Civil War veteran who volunteers to escort the captured outlaw Ben Wade (Russell Crowe) to the town of Contention, where Wade is to board the 3:10 train to Yuma for his trial. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including Wade's gang, led by his loyal second-in-command, Charlie Prince (Ben Foster), who is determined to rescue him. Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Author Elmore Leonard * The 1957 film adaptation * The 2007 Movie Cast: Russell Crowe (Ben Wade,) Christian Bale (Dan Evans,) Logan Lerman (William Evans,) Dallas Roberts (Grayson Butterfield,) Ben Foster (Charlie Prince,) Peter Fonda (Byron McElroy,) Vinessa Shaw (Emma Nelson,) Gretchen Mol (Alice Evans,) Kevin Duran (Tucker,) and Luke Wilson as Zeke.

Clips used:
* “Even Bad Men Love Their Mama” * 3:10 to Yuma (2007 trailer) * “One tough son of a bitch!” * Hollander (Lennie Loftin) is selling the farm * Christian Bale & Russell Crowe bonding * Ben Wade wants the singing to stop… * Music: “3:10 to Yuma” by Frankie Lane

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Book Vs. Movie:
The Most Dangerous Game
**The 1924 Short Story Vs.The 1932 Movie

"The Most Dangerous Game" is a short story by Richard Connell,* published in 1924. It follows Sanger Rainsford, a big-game hunter who ends up on an isolated Caribbean island. There, he meets General Zaroff, a hunter who has grown bored with traditional games and now hunts humans. Zaroff gives Rainsford a choice: be hunted or join in the hunt. Rainsford refuses and becomes Zaroff's next target. Rainsford uses his wits and survival skills to evade Zaroff and his assistant, Ivan, over several days. The story climaxes with Rainsford confronting and defeating Zaroff, suggesting he feeds him to his own hounds."The Most Dangerous Game" is a 1932 pre-code film adaptation of Richard Connell's short story, directed by Irving Pichel and Ernest B. Schoedsack. The movie stars Joel McCrea as Bob Rainsford (the protagonist) and Leslie Banks as Count Zaroff (the antagonist). Fay Wray and Robert Armstrong also appear in significant roles. The film is notable for its suspenseful atmosphere, tightly paced plot, and the effective use of its jungle setting, which was shared with the production of "King Kong" (1933). Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss: The plot of the short story * The many uses of the plot over the last 100 years, * The 1932 Movie Cast: Joel McCrea (Robert Raisnford,) Fay Wray (Eve,) Leslie Banks (Count Zaroff,) Robert Armstrong (Martin Trowbridge,) Noble Johnson (Butler,) Steve Clemente (Tartar,) William B. Davidson (Captain) and James Flavin as the First Mate.

Clips used:* “Nothing can change that!” * The Most Dangerous Game (1932 trailer) * . “Tartar War Bow” * Faye Wray * Rainsford and Eve take off * The final confrontation * Music by Max Steiner

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Book Vs. Movie: Suddenly, Last Summer
The 1958 Play Vs.The 1959 MovieSuddenly Last Summer is a 1959 film based on the play by Tennessee Williams, adapted for the screen by Gore Vidal and Williams himself. Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, the film stars Elizabeth Taylor, Katharine Hepburn, and Montgomery Clift. The plot revolves around a wealthy widow, Mrs. Violet Venable (played by Hepburn), who seeks to lobotomize her niece, Catherine Holly (played by Taylor), to prevent her from revealing the truth about her son's death. Montgomery Clift plays Dr. John Cukrowicz, a neurosurgeon who is drawn into the family's dark and twisted secrets.The film is notable for its intense performances and its exploration of themes such as mental illness, family secrets, and repressed sexuality. It received several Academy Award nominations, including Best Actress for Hepburn and Taylor.
Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The backstory of the play * The life of Tennessee Williams. * The 1959 Movie Cast: Katherine Hepburn (Vi,) Elizabeth Taylor (Cathy Holly,) Montgomery Clift (Dr. John Cukowicz,) Albert Dekker (Dr. Lawrence J. Hockstader,) Mercedes McCambridge (Grace Holly,) Gary Raymond (George Holly,) Mavis Villiers (Miss Foxhill,) Patricia Marmont (Nurse Benson,) Jean Young (Sister Felicity,) and Maria Brtineva as Lucy.

Clips used:
* “Vi and Cathy Face Off” * Suddenly Last Summer (1959 trailer) * Dr. John meets Vi * Cathy, her brother George, and SIL Grace * Cathy describes Sebastian’s death. * Suddenly Last Summer music by Buxton Orr

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Book Vs. Movie:
Seconds
The 1964 Book Vs. The 1966 Movie
The Margos are set to permanently change our lives with "Seconds," a 1966 American science fiction drama directed by John Frankenheimer. The film is based on David Ely's 1963 novel of the same name and stars Rock Hudson in a bravura performance. The plot centers around Arthur Hamilton, a middle-aged banker allowed to start a new life through a mysterious organization that offers a radical and experimental procedure to create a "second" identity.
After undergoing surgery and assuming a new identity as Tony Wilson (played by Hudson), Hamilton begins his new life, only to find that his past and the haunting consequences of his decision continue to follow him."Seconds" is known for its unsettling atmosphere, themes of identity and existential dread, and James Wong Howe's innovative and disturbing cinematography. Despite its initial mixed reception, the film has gained a cult following and is considered a significant work in the science fiction and psychological thriller genres.
Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The McCarthyism of the late 1950s and early 1960s * The differences between the book and movie. * The 1966 Movie Cast: Rock Hudson (Antiochus “Tony” Wilson,) Salome Jens (Nora Marcus,) John Randolph (Arthur Hamilton,) Will Geer (Old Man,) Jeff Corey (Mr. Ruby,) Richard Anderson (Dr. Innes,) Murray Hamilton (Charlie,) Karl Swenson (Dr. Morris,) Khigh Dhiegh (Davalo,) and Frances Reid as Emily Hamilton.

Clips used:
* “The end for Arthur” * Seconds (1966 trailer) * “Tony’s” stitches come out. * The company waiting room. * The last scene * Seconds music by Jerry Goldsmith

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Book Vs. Movie: Brats
The 2021 Memoir Vs. The 2024 Hulu Documentary

"Brat: An '80s Story" is a memoir by Andrew McCarthy, published in 2021. In this book, McCarthy, an actor best known for his roles in iconic '80s films like "St. Elmo's Fire" and "Pretty in Pink," reflects on his experiences as part of the so-called "Brat Pack," a group of young actors who rose to fame during that decade. McCarthy shares his journey through Hollywood, his struggles with fame, and his personal growth over the years."Brats" (directed by McCarthy) provides an insider's look at the phenomenon of the Brat Pack. It features interviews with the actors themselves, behind-the-scenes stories, and commentary on how their films shaped a generation. The documentary captures the essence of the 1980s film scene and offers a retrospective of the careers and lives of these iconic actors.

Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The origin of 80s teen movies * The New York magazine article dubbed “The Brat Pack.” * McCarthy’s career in acting and writing * How does the film explore the actors featured in the article or adjacent to the “Brat Pack” feel about the label? * The 2024 documentary stars Andrew McCarthy, Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Demi Moore, Rob Lowe, and Jon Cryer.

Clips used:
* David Blum describes writing the article. * Brats (2024 Hulu documentary trailer) * Emilio and Andrew * Demi and Andrew * Rob Lowe and Andrew * David and Andrew * “Don’t You Forget About Me” by Zoe Fox and the Rocket Clocks

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Book Vs. Movie: Tales of the City
The 1978 Book Vs. The 1993 Limited Series
The Margos are celebrating Pride Month with one of the most beloved books and adaptations of the last 50 years. Armistead Maupin's captivating series, Tales of the City, is set in vibrant San Francisco. Initially a newspaper serial in the Pacific Sun and the San Francisco Chronicle, this collection of novels was adapted into a beloved 1993 miniseries focusing on events from the first book. Celebrated for its authentic representation of LGBTQ+ lives and community, the series broke ground in television for its inclusive storytelling. Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The background of the stories and setting * The effect the 1993 series had on the gay rights movement. * The differences between the first novel and the film. * The 1993 film's cast includes Olympia Dukakis (Anna Madrigal,) Laura Linney (Mary Ann Singleton,) Barbara Garrick (DeDe Halcyon Day,) Billy Campbell (Dr. Jon Fielding,) Parker Posey (Connie Bradshaw,) Marcus D’Amico (Mouse,) Paul Gross (Brian Hopkins,) Nina Foch (Frannie Halcyon,) Cynda Williams (D’Orothea Wilson,) Chloe Webb (Mona Ramsey,) Thomas Gibson (Beauchamp Day,) Mary Kay Place (Prue Giroux,) Donald Moffat (Edgar Halcyon,) and Sir Ian McKellen as Archibald Anson Gidde.

Clips used:
* Mary Ann meets Mrs. Madrigal * Tales of the City (1993 trailer) * Edgar meets Anna * Brian meets Mary Ann * Mary Ann talks to her mother * Music by John E. Keane

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Book Vs. Movie: Don’t Look Now
The Daphne DuMaurier Short Story Vs. the Nicolas Roeg Film
RIP Donald Sutherland! (1935-2024)

Due to the passing of actor extraordinaire Donald Sutherland, we are replaying our "Don't Look Now" episode.

This week, let's talk about Daphe DuMaurier's short story "Don't Look Now," published in 1971 and adapted into a film by director Nicolas Roeg. The story follows a couple, John and Laura, as they cope with the loss of their daughter while on vacation in Venice. They meet twin sisters with psychic abilities who warn them about their son's safety. The film closely follows the story but is controversial for a suggestive scene between the main characters. Despite this, the movie is considered a horror classic known for its editing and acting.

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
The life of Daphne DuMaurier
The plot of the story in the original version versus the film
The controversy around the movie and why it is considered a classic horror tale
The cast: Julie Christie (Laura Baxter,) Donald Sutherland (John Baxter,) Hilary Mason (Heather,) Clelia Metania (Wendy,) Massimo Serato (Bishop Barbarrigo,) Renato Scarpa (Inspector Longhi,) Giogio Trestini (Workman,) Leopoldo Trieste (hotel manager,) David Tree (Anthony Babbage,) Ann Rye (Mandy Babbage,) Nicholas Salter (Johnny Baxter,) Sharon Williams (Christine Baxter,) Bruno Cattaneo (Detective Sabbione,) and Adelina Poerio as the murderer.

Clips used:
Laura Baxter meets the sisters
Don’t Look Now trailer
Christine drowns
Richard almost falls
Richard searches for the “girl” in the red slicker/Mac
Music by Pino Donaggio

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Book Vs. Movie: Hit Man
The 2001 Texas Monthly Article Vs. The 2024 Richard Linklater Film"Hit Man"is a 2024 romantic action comedy directed by Richard Linklater and co-written by Glen Powell, who also stars in the film. The story is loosely based on a true-life article by Skip Hollandsworth. The film follows Gary Johnson, a philosophy professor in New Orleans who moonlights as a police contractor, posing as a hitman to catch people looking to hire killers. You can read the Texas Magazine article (originally published in October 2001) at this link! Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The background of the story * The publishing history of Texas Monthly and the enormous crimes covered in it. * The differences between the real-life story and the film. (Link to Harper’s Bazaar article) * The 2024 film's cast includes Glen Powell (Gary Johnson,) Adria Arjona (Madison,) Austin Amello (Jasper,) Retta (Claudette,) Sanjay Rao (Phil,) Molly Bernard (Alicia,) and Evan Holtzman as Ray.

Clips used:
* “Gary on the job” * Hit Man (Netflix trailer) * Glen Powell and many accents * “Gary & Madison have fun” * “Gary in love” * “Gary admits he is NOT a hit man” * Music by Graham Reynolds

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Book Vs. Movie:
The Paper Chase
The 1971 Book vs. The 1973 FilmIn the episode, the Margos discuss the 1971 novel "The Paper Chase" by John Jay Osbourn Jr. and compare it to the 1973 film directed by James Bridges. The story follows James Hart (played by Timothy Bottoms), a first-year law student at Harvard who faces challenges when he clashes with the formidable contracts professor Charles W. Kingsfield Jr. (played by John Houseman). Despite the difficulties, James perseveres and even starts dating the professor's daughter, Susan (played by Lindsay Wagner). Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Harvard Law School as a cultural institution * The Paper Chase’s popularity in the 1970s * The differences between the novel and film. * The 1973 film's cast includes Timothy Bottoms (James T. Hart,) Lindsay Wagner (Susan Fields,) John Houseman (Charles W. Kingsfield, Jr,) Graham Beckel (Ford,) James Naughton (Kevin Brooks,) Edward Herrmann (Anderson,) Craig Richard Nelson (Bell,) and Blair Brown as Miss Farranti.

Clips used:
* “Here’s a dime…” * The Paper Chase (1973 movie trailer) * “Socratic reasoning” * “What’s the difference?” * “Hart & Susan” * “Pimp scene” * Music by John Williams (The Paper Chase theme)

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Book Vs. Movie:
The Bridges of Madison County
The 1992 Book vs. The 1995 FilmThe Margos explore chick-lit and romance in this episode! "The Bridges of Madison County" is a romantic drama that revolves around a short but passionate love affair between Francesca Johnson, a lonely Italian-American housewife, and Robert Kincaid, a wandering National Geographic photographer. The book was written by Robert James Waller, and the film was directed by Clint Eastwood. Which did we (the Margos) prefer?

Have a listen to find out. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The history of the book in the 1990s * Clint Eastwood’s directorial style. * The annoying “kids.” * The 1995 film's cast includes Clint Eastwood (Robert Kincaid,) Meryl Streep (Francesca Johnson,) Annie Corley (Carolyn Jonhson,) Victor Slezak (Michael Johnson,) Jim Haynie (Richard Johnson,) Phyllis Lyons (Betty) and Debra Monk as Madge.

Clips used:
* “Pendant scene” * The Bridges of Madison County (1995 trailer) * “CREAMATED??” * “Poisonous Flowers” * Music by Lennie Niehaus

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Book Vs. Movie: The Hound of the Baskervilles
The 1902 Book vs. The 2012 BBC One ProductionThe Margos are concluding “Mysteries in May” with one of the greatest mystery writers of all time, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and his most famous creation, Sherlock Holmes. The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of the four crime novels serialized in The Strand Magazine from August 1901 to April 1902. It follows Holmes and Watson as they investigate the legend of a fearsome, diabolical hound of supernatural origin. This was the first appearance of Holmes since his apparent death in "The Final Problem," and the success of "The Hound of the Baskervilles" led to the character's eventual revival. The 2012 version is from the BBC One program Sherlock and moves the story to the present day. When it was first broadcast, it received over 10 million viewers. Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:* The character of Sherlock Holmes * The biggest differences between the1902 story and the 2012 BBC One version * The 2012 film's cast includes Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock Holmes,) Martin Freeman (John Watson,) Russell Tovey (Henry Knight,) Amelia Bullmore (Dr. Stapleton,) Clive Mantle (Dr. Bob Frankland,) Simon Paisley Day (Major Barrymore,) Sasha Behar (Dr. Louise Mortimer, ) and Will Sharpe as Corporal Lyons.

Clips used:* “Sherlock deduces in the pub” * Sherlock: The Hounds of Baskerville 2012 trailer * “Holmes picking part Henry Knight.” * “Holmes sees the hound.” * “Watson trapped” * Music by David Arnold.

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Book Vs. Movie:
Arsenic and Old Lace
The 1941 Play vs. The 1944 Movie"Arsenic and Old Lace" is a classic American play by Joseph Kesselring. 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 Frank Capra in 1944, starring Cary Grant 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), Priscilla Lane (Elaine Brewster), Josephine Hull (Aunt Abby Brewster), Jean Adair (Aunt Martha Brewster), Raymond Massey (Jonathan Brewster), Peter Lorre (Dr. Herman Einstein), John Alexander (“Teddy Roosevelt”), Jack Carson (Officer O’Hara), and John Ridgley as Officer Sanders.

Clips used:
* “Gentleman in the Window” * Arsenic and Old Lace (1944 trailer) * “Elderberry Wine” * “He looks like Boris Karloff!” * “Elderberry Wine” * Music by Max Steiner

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Book Vs. Movie: Memento
The Short Story vs. The MovieThe Margos continue our theme “Mysteries in May” with Memento, the 2000 film directed by Christopher Nolan based on the short story Memento Mori by his brother Jonathan Nolan, 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 Guy Pearce (Leonard Shelby,) Carrie-Ann Moss (Natalie,) Joe Pantoliano (Teddy,) Mark Booner Junior (Burt,) Jorja Fox (Catherine Shelby,) Stephen Tobolowsky (Sammy,) and Harriet Sansom Harris as Mrs. Jankis.

Clips used:
* “I Finally Found Him” * Memento (2000 trailer) * “Can You Get Angry” * “You Make Up Your Own Truth” * Last scene * Music by David Julyan

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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, Agatha Christie, and her 1937 novel Death on the Nile, which was adapted into a film in 1978. It features her famous detective, 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 Peter Ustinov (Hercule Poirot,) Lois Chiles (de Linnet,) Mia Farrow (Jacqueline del Bellefort,) Simon MacCorkindale (Simon Doyle,) David Niven (Colonel Race,) Bette Davis (Marie Van Schuyler,) Maggie Smith (Miss Bowers,) Angela Lansbury (Salome Otterbourne,) Olivia Hussey (Rosalie Otterbourne,) Jon Finch (James Ferguson,) Jack Warden (Dr. Ludwig Bessner,) Jane Birkin (Louise Bourget,) George Kennedy (Andrew Pennington,) and Sam Wanamaker as Rockford.

Clips used:
* “Such a Briiliant Lack of Complication” * Death on the Nile (1978 trailer) * “Bette & Maggie” * “Bette & Maggie 2” * Mia Farrow * Poirot deduces * Music by Nino Rota

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Book Vs. Movie: The Natural
The 1952 Novel Vs. the 1984 Movie

"The Natural" by Bernard Malamud and its 1984 movie adaptation directed by 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 Robert Redford (Roy Hobbs,) Robert Duvall (Max Mercy,) Glenn Close (Iris Gaines,) Kim Basinger (Memo Paris,) Wilford Brimley (Pop Fisher,) Barbara Hershey (Harriet Bird,) Robert Prosky (The Judge,) Richard Farnsworth (Red Blow,) Joe Don Baker (The Whammer,) Darren McGavin (Gus Sands,) Michael Madsen (Bump Bailey) and John Finnegan as Sam Simpson.

Clips used:
* “Batting practice with Wonderboy” * The Natural (1984 trailer) * “New Right Fielder” * “Striking Out the Whammer” * “The Lady in White” * “Final homerun” * Music by Randy Newman

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Book Vs. Movie: The Philadelphia Story
The 1939 Play Vs. the 1940 Movie
"The Philadelphia Story" is a romantic comedy play by Philip Barry that became a successful film. Directed by George Cukor, it follows Tracy Lord (played to perfection by Katherine Hepburn,) a wealthy socialite about to marry for the second time. Her ex-husband, Dexter (Cary Grant,) tries to win her back while a magazine sends a reporter (Jimmy Stewart) and photographer (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 * Katherine Hepburn being labeled “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,) John Howard (George,) Roland Young (Uncle Willie,) John Halliday (Seth Lord,) Mary Nash (Margaret Lord,) Virginia Weidler (Dinah Lord,) Henry Daniell (Sidney Kidd, ) and Lionel Pape as Edward the footman.

Clips used:
* “You’re lit from within.” * The Philadelphia Story (1940 trailer) * CK and Mike drink * Dinah sings * “Generous to a fault.” * Music by Franz Waxman

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Book Vs. Movie: Paddington
The 1958 Children’s Book Vs. the 2014 MovieThe Margos are feeling very British in this episode! English author Michael Bond created Paddington Bear, who first appeared in Bond's 1958 book A Bear Called Paddington and 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 "Paddington" 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 Ben Winshaw (voice of Paddington,) Hugh Bonneville (Henry Brown,) Sally Hawkins (Mary Brown,) Madeleine Harris (Judy Brown,) Samuel Joslin (Jonathan Brown,) Julie Walters (Mrs. Bird,) Nicole Kidman (Millicent,) Peter Capaldi (Mr. Curry,) Jim Broadbent (Samuel Gruber,) Imelda Staunton (Aunt Lucy,) Michael Gambon (Uncle Pastuzo,) and Tim Downie as Montogomery Clyde.

Clips used:
* “Paddington Meets the Browns” * Paddington (2014 trailer) * “Subway Silliness” * ““Mr. Brown Joins Paddington for Tea” * “Millicent brings Paddington ‘home”” * Buckingham Palace and Paddington * Music and Lyrics by Nick Urata

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Book Vs. Movie: Mean Girls
The 2002 Book vs. the 2004 Movie (20th Anniversary Replay Celebration!)
"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 Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, and Lacey Chabert. "Queen Bees and Wannabes" is a book by Rosalind Wiseman 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. (Tina Fey’s script is as delicious as ever!)
Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations?

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Book Vs. Movie: Rent
The 1896 Opera Vs. the 2005 Movie (Based on the 1996 Play)"Rent" is a modern adaptation of Giacomo Puccini's opera "La Bohème." 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 Jonathan Larson wrote 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. * 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 includes Taye Diggs (Benjamin Coffin,) Wilson Jermaine Heredia (Angel,) Rosario Dawson (Mimi,) Anthony Rapp (Mark Cohen,) Adam Pascal (Roger Davis,) Jesse L. Martin (Tom Collins,) Idina Menzel (Maureen Johnson,) Tracie Thoms (Joanne,) and Julia Roth as a rent tenant.

Clips used:
* “La Vie Boheme” * Rent (2005 trailer) * “Seasons of Love” * “Another Day” * “Rent Tango” * “Take Me or Leave Me” * Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson

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Book Vs. Movie: Matilda
The 1988 YA Novel Vs. the 2022 Musical Film
"Matilda the Musical" (based on the 1988 Roald Dahl 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 Alisha Weir (Matilda,) Emma Thompson (Miss Agatha Trunchbull,) Lanasha Lynch (Miss Honey,) Stephen Graham (Mr. Wormwood,) Andrea Riseboro (Mrs. Wormwood,) Sindhu Vee (Mrs. Phelps,) Carl Spencer (Magnus,) Lauren Alexandra (The Acrobat,) Winter Jarrett-Glasspool (Amanda Thripp,) and Andei Shen as Eric.

Clips used:
* “The Smell of Rebellion” * Matilda: The Musical (2022 movie trailer) * “The Bruce Song” * “Naughty” * “Revolting Children” * Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin

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Book Vs. Movie: The Opposite Sex
The 1936 Play V. the 1939 Film Vs. the 1956 Musical
"The Opposite Sex" is a musical comedy film released in 1956. It is a remake of the 1939 film "The Women, " directed by David Miller, based on the play of the same name by Clare Boothe Luce. The story revolves around several women's romantic and social lives, with a particular focus on Kay Hilliard (played by June Allyson). 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,) Joan Collins (Crystal Allen,) Dolores Gray (Sylvia Fowler,) Ann Sheridan (Amanda Penrose,) Ann Miller (Gloria Dell,) Leslie Neilsen (Steven Hilliard,) Jeff Richards (Buck Winston,) Agnes Moorehead (Countess Lavaliere,) Charlotte Greenwood (Lucy,) Joan Blondell (Edith Potter,) Sam Levene (Mike Pearl,) and Dick Shawn as a singer.

Clips used:
* Kitchen Chaos * The Opposite Sex (1956 trailer) * “The Opposite Sex Slap” * “A Perfect Love” * Title Sequence * Music by Nicholas Brodsky, Sammy Cahn, Ralph Freed, George Stoll, and Robert Van Eps.

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Book Vs. Movie: Mean Girls
The 2002 Book vs. the 2004 Movie vs. the 2018 Musical vs. the 2024 Movie
"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 Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, and Lacey Chabert. "Queen Bees and Wannabes" is a book by Rosalind Wiseman that explores the dynamics of teenage girls' social cliques. The "Mean Girls" musical adaptation premiered on Broadway in 2018 and follows the same storyline as the film but with some changes. The 2024 film stars Renee Rapp. Angourie Rice, and Auli’l Cravalho. Tina Fey wrote the screenplays for all versions. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The origin stories of the various “Mean Girls.” * The differences between the 2004 film and the musical * The cast of the 2024 film includes Augourie Rice (Cady Heron,) Renee Rapp (Regina George,) Auli’i Cravalho (Janis,) Jaquel Spivey (Damian Hubbard,) Avantki (Karen,) Bebe Wood (Gretchen Wieners,) Christopher Briney (Aaron Samuels,) Jenna Fischer (Ms. Heron,) Busy Phillips (Mrs. George,) Tina Fey (Ms. Norbury) and Tim Meadows as Mr. Duvall.

Clips used:
* Cady joins the “Plastics” * Mean Girls (2024 trailer) * “Someone Gets Hurt” * “Cool Mom” * “Regina gets run over” * The Holiday Pagent. * Music by Jeff Richmond and Lyrics by Nell Benjamin.

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Book Vs. Movie:
Tommy
The 1969 Rock Opera Vs. The 1975 Movie“Musicals in March”"The Who's Tommy" is a rock opera written by Pete Townshend and performed by the English rock band The Who. It was first released as a double album in 1969 and later adapted into various stage productions, including a highly successful Broadway musical. The story revolves around a young boy named Tommy Walker who becomes deaf, dumb, and blind after witnessing a traumatic event. Despite his sensory impairments, Tommy discovers an extraordinary talent for playing pinball and becomes a messianic figure for his followers. The rock opera has been adapted into various forms over the years, including a 1975 film directed by Ken Russell and a Broadway musical that premiered in 1992. Which did we (the Margos) prefer, the original album or the 1975 movie adaptation?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The Who and their place in rock history * Robert Stigwood & Ken Russell * The. * The cast of the 1975 film includes Roger Daltrey (Tommy,) Ann-Margret (Nora,) Oliver Reed (Frank,) Elton John (Pinball Wizard,) John Entwistle (bass player,) Keith Moon (drummer and Uncle Ernie,) Paul Nicholas (Cousin Kevin,) Jack Nicholson (The Specialist,) Pete Townshend (guitarist,) and Tina Turner as the Acid Queen.

Clips used:
* The Acid Queen * Tommy (original 1975 movie trailer) * Champagne * Smash the Mirror * The Pinball Wizard * There’s a Doctor * We’re Not Gonna Take It * Music by Pete Townshend.

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Book Vs. Movie: The Color Purple
The 1982 novel Vs. the 2023 movie musical"The Color Purple" is a novel by Alice Walker that tells the story of Celie, a young African American girl in the early 20th century. Celie writes letters to God, sharing her struggles with abuse from her father and later from her husband, referred to as "Mr."The novel tackles racism, sexism, and the societal challenges of the time. Characters undergo personal growth, and the story emphasizes empowerment, self-discovery, and breaking free from societal constraints. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and the National Book Award, and Steven Spielberg directed the 1985 film adaptation.
It was adapted into a musical with a book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray. The musical premiered on Broadway in 2005 and has since been staged in various productions worldwide. One notable aspect of "The Color Purple" musical is its powerful and soulful score, incorporating jazz, gospel, and blues elements. Between the original novel and the latest adaptation--which did we prefer?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The life and work of the complicated/controversial Alice Walker. * The plot of the story and changes in various adaptations * The music that was created for the theatre. * The cast of the 2023 film includes Fantasia Barrino (Celie,) Taraji P. Henson (Shug Avery,) Danielle Brooks (Sofia,) Colman Domingo (Mister/Albert,) Corey Hawkins (Harpo,) Phylicia Pearl Mpasi (Young Celie,) Ciara (Nettie,) H.E.R. (Squeak,) David Alan Grier (Reverand,) Deon Cole (Alfonso,) Jon Batiste (Grady,) Louis Gossett Jr. (Ol’ Mister,) Tamela J. Mann (First Lady,) Aunjaune Ellis-Taylor (Mama,) Elizabeth Marvel (Miss Millie,) Stephen Hill (Buster,) Adetinpo (Mary Ellen,) Tiffany Elle Burgess (Olivia,) Terrence J. Smith (Adam) and Halle Bailey as Nettie.

Clips used:
* “Keep it movin’.” * The Color Purple (2023 trailer) * “Hell No!” * “Family Dinner” * Oprah at the 2005 Tony Awards * Music by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray.

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Book Vs. Movie: The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman
The 1971 play Vs. the 1974 movieFor Black History Month, the Margos visit "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman." Ernest J. Gaines wrote this novel, which was first published in 1971. The book is a fictional autobiography that spans over 100 years of American history, narrated by Miss Jane Pittman, an African American woman born into slavery and lived through the Civil Rights Movement. The narrative provides a powerful and poignant perspective on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in the United States. Miss Jane Pittman's life story serves as a lens through which readers can explore the complex issues of race, identity, and social justice.

"The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman" was adapted into a television movie in 1974 and was directed by John Korty—Cicely Tyson in the titular role of Miss Jane Pittman. Cicely Tyson's performance in the role received widespread acclaim, and the movie itself was well-received for its powerful storytelling and exploration of the African American experience throughout different periods of American history.

The TV movie won several awards, including Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Television Movie for Cicely Tyson and Outstanding Writing for a Drama Special for Tracy Keenan Wynn, who adapted the screenplay from Ernest J. Gaines' novel.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The life and work of Ernest J. Gaines. * The plot of the story & the special effects for makeup * The differences between the original novel and the adaptation. * The cast of the 1974 film: Cicely Tyson (Jane Pittman,) Valerie Odell (young Jane Pittman,) Richard Dysart (Master Bryant,) Odetta (Big Laura,) Michael Murphy (Quentin Lerner,) Rod Perry (Joe Pittman,) Arnold Wilkerson (Jimmy,) Will Hare (Albert Cluveau,) Katherine Helmond (Lady at House,) Thalmus Rasulala (Ned Douglas,) and Barbara Chaney as Amma Dean.

Clips used:
* Jimmy returns to the church * TCM intro for “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman” * Jane gets her name * Joe and Jane meet * A fortune teller predicts Joe’s death * Jane goes to Bayonne. * Theme by Fred Karlin

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Book Vs. Movie: Fences
The 1987 play Vs. the 2016 movieFor Black History Month, the Margos revisit playwright August Wilson (we covered Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom last year.) Fences premiered on Broadway in 1987 and is a part of Wilson's acclaimed Pittsburgh Cycle, also known as the Century Cycle, a series of ten plays that chronicle the African American experience in the United States throughout each decade of the 20th century.

This is a play about Troy Maxson, a former Negro League baseball player who now works as a garbage collector. Set in 1950s Pittsburgh, the story explores themes of race, family, generational trauma, and unfulfilled dreams. Troy's desire to build a fence around his yard symbolizes his need to protect his family and his sense of confinement.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The work of August Wilson. * The plot of the story * The differences between the play and the adaptation. * The cast of the 2016 film: Denzel Washington ((Troy Maxson,) Viola Davis (Rose Lee Maxson,) Stephen McKinley Henderson (Jim Bono,) Russell Hornsby (Lyons Maxson,) Mykelti Williamson (Gabriel Maxson,) and Saniyya Sidney as Raynel Maxson.

Clips used:
* Fences 2016 trailer * “Why don’t you like me?” (1987 James Earl Jones & Courtney Vance TONY Awards) * “The same spot as you.” * “I’m not going to Tray Maxson’s funeral.” * Music by Marcelo Zarvos.

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Book Vs. Movie: Ethan Frome
The 1911 book Vs. the 1993 movieThe Margos have decided to cover a proper novel-to-movie adaptation after a few weeks of pushing the boundaries of what constitutes a "book" on their show. Edith Wharton's 1911 novel Ethan Frome tells the story of a sickly man who lives in Starkfield, Massachusetts, with his wife and her cousin. The novel explores how they ended up in this situation.

It tells the story of Ethan, trapped in a loveless marriage until the arrival of Zeena's cousin, Mattie, who brings hope and passion to his life. The novel highlights how societal norms and personal choices can lead to tragic outcomes and serves as a commentary on the constraints of rural life and the consequences of unfulfilled desires.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The career of Edith Wharton. * The plot of the story * The differences between the book and the adaptation. * The cast of the 1993 film: Liam Neeson (Ethan Frome,) Patricia Arquette (Mattie Silver,) Joan Allen (Zeena,) Tate Donovan (Reverand Smith,) Stephen Mendilo (Ned Hale,) Phil Garran (Mr. Howe,) Virginia Smith (Mrs. Howe,) Annie Nessen (Sarah Anne Howe,) Katharine Houghton (Mrs. Hale,) George Woodard (Troy Powell,) and Jay Goede and Denis Eady.

Clips used:
* Ethan meets Zeena * The Reverand meets Ethan * Mattie blossoms after a year * Ethan and Mattie flirt * Zeena wants Mattie gone * Music: Rachel Portman

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Book Vs. Movie: Gone Girl
**The 2012 book Vs. the 2014 movie(From the Book Vs. Movie Vaults!)

The Margos take an oldie but a goodie out of the vaults this week!!
Gone Girl is a thriller by Gillian Flynn. The story follows the disappearance of Amy Dunne, a woman who goes missing on her fifth wedding anniversary. As the investigation unfolds, the story becomes more and more complex, with plenty of twists and turns along the way.
The novel was so successful that it was later adapted into a movie directed by the renowned filmmaker David Fincher. While the movie stays true to the book in many ways, there are some notable differences between the two.
Which did the Margos like better?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:*** The career of Gillian Flynn * The twists and turns of the plot. * The differences between the book and the adaptation. * The cast of the 2014 film:Ben Affleck (Nick Dunne,) Rosamund Pike (Amy Dunne,) Neil Patrick Harris (Desi,) Tyler Perry (Tanner Bolt,) Carrie Coon (Margo,) Kim Dickens Det. Rhonda,) Patrick Fugit (James,) Missi Pyle (Ellen Abbott,) and Casey Wilson as Noelle.

Clips used:* Rosamund Pike, as Amy, describes a “Cool Girl.” * Gone Girl 2014 trailer * Music: Gone Girl soundtrack.

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Book Vs. Movie: Jaws
The 1974 book Vs. the 1975 movie
(From the Book Vs. Movie Vaults!)The Margos take an oldie but a goodie out of the vaults this week!!
"Jaws" is a classic thriller that originated from Peter Benchley's novel and was later transformed into a blockbuster film directed by Steven Spielberg. The novel was published in 1974, and unfortunately, it is not very good. You will soon find out the reasons why! However, Spielberg's adaptation, which was released in 1975, focuses more on the suspense and thrill of the shark attacks, emphasizing the horror elements.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The career of Peter Benchley * The plot of this awful book. * The differences between the book and the adaptation. * The cast of the 1975 film: Roy Scheider (Brody,) Robert Shaw (Quint,) Richard Dreyfus (Hooper,) Lorraine Gary (Ellen,) Murray Hamilton (Vaughn) and Lee Fierro as Mrs. Kintner)

Clips used:
* Original Jaws 1975 teaser clip * Audio from the original book. * Original Jaws trailer * You’re gonna need a bigger boat * The USS Indianapolis * Mr. Jaws by Dickie Goodman * Music: John Williams Jaws Theme

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Book Vs. Movie: Priscilla
The 1985 Memoir Elvis & Me Vs. the 2023 Sofia Coppola AdaptationThe Margos covered Priscilla Presley’s 1985 memoir Elvis and Me, pairing it with the 1988 TV movie starring Susan Walters and Dale Midkiff. We loved the fact that she was able to share her truth despite the long-standing canonization of her ex-husband, who died in August 1977.
Elvis's pill-popping and extracurricular activities with other women were brought up, as well as how they met when she was just 14 years old and he was 24. This was her chance to give her side.
Since the “Me Too” era, many stories of beloved men with off boundaries in their relations with much younger women are now looked upon as “grooming,” Sofia Coppola gives an adaptation solely focused on Prisicilla’s point of view.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The backstory of Elvis and Priscilla. * The various actors who have played these parts * The are of the memoir and how women are attacked for talking about “genius” men. * The cast of the 1951 film: Cailee Spaeny (Priscilla,) Jacob Elordi (Evlis,) Ari Cohen (Captain Beaulieu,) Dagamara Dominczyk (Ann Beaulieu,) Tom Post (Vernon Presley,) Lynne Griffin (“Dodger,”) Dan Ambramovici (Jerry Schilling,) R. Austin Ball (Larry Geller,) Daniel Beirne (Joe Esposito,) Olivia Barrett (Alberate,) Stephanie Moore (Dee Presley,) Luke Humphrey (Terry West,) Evan Annisette (Mike Stone) and Emily Mitchell as Lisa Marie.

Clips used:
* Priscilla and Elvis at Christmas * Priscilla (2023 trailer) * “Scoobie” * Priscilla is a prisoner in her home * “Opening credits” * Priscilla leaves Elvis * Music: Phoenix, Sons of Raphael

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Book Vs. Movie: An American in Paris
The 1928 “Symphonic Poem” Vs. the 1951 Classic MovieThe Margos are starting the New Year with a symphonic poem by George Gershwin that evokes France during the Annees Folles (the 1920s era). The piece was also inspired by Maurice Ravel's "unusual chords." After visiting Paris in 1926, Gershwin sought out teachers, but they all told him that there was no one better than Gershwin himself. He told a reporter that this work was an American's first time in Paris. It premiered at Carnegie Hall on December 13, 1948.
The movie "An American in Paris," which opened on October 4, 1951, stars Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron, Oscar Levant, Georges Guetary, and Nina Foch. It includes lyrics by Ira Gershwin and was directed by Vincente Minnelli. The film is one of the most honored musicals in film history. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The importance of the work of George & Ira Gershwin in music history. * The challenges of filming dance sequences in film * The jazz era of the 1920s. * The cast of the 1951 film: Gene Kelly (Jerry Mulligan,) Leslie Caron (Lisa Bouvier,) Oscar Levant (Adam Cook,) Georges Guetary (Henri Baurel,) Nina Fochs (Milo Roberts), and Eugene Borden as Georges Mattieu.

Clips used:
* Leslie Caron in An American in Paris * An American in Paris (1951 trailer) * “Our Love is Here to Stay” * “I Got Rhythm” * “Stairway to the Stars” * “Tra-la-la-la” * Music: George & Ira Gershwin

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Book Vs. Movie: "The Poseidon Adventure" (1972)
(The Margos are taking this week off for the holidays. Please enjoy this 2019 replay!)

At Book Vs. Movie, whenever people say, "Duh--the book is always better than the movie!" the Margos would say, "Yeah--have you ever read Jaws?" Well, now we have another book-to-movie adaptation that features a horrible, racist, sexist, homophobic, and misogynistic novel that became a fun hit film.

Sportswriter Paul Gallico helped many stories become excellent films, including Pride of the Yankees, The Snow Goose, and the Musical Stage Carnival! He wrote over 40 books, numerous short stories, and dozens of T.V. and movie scripts. He began his career working for the New York Daily News sports desk and later became a prolific travel writer, spending 10,000 miles on the road in the U.S. for Reader's Digest.

In 1969, he published The Poseidon Adventure to little fanfare. The tale of a wayward ship sunk while traveling to Africa features some of the most loathsome characters we have ever had the displeasure of reading. (The audiobook featuring narration by actor Dylan Baker makes it slightly more palatable.)

Trigger warning: This story features a character being sexually assaulted who then comforts her attacker and wishes she was pregnant by him. (Seriously!)

The movie by producer Irwin Allen and director Ronald Neame became an instant classic that began a slate of many disaster films in the 1970s. It would become the highest-grossing film of 1973, grossing over $125 million worldwide. It won an Academy Award for Best Special Effects and best original song "The Morning After."

Our lead actor is Gene Hackman as Reverand Frank Scott, a renegade preacher who turns into a hero for the passengers of the S.S. Poseidon (partly filmed on the RMS Queen Mary.. At the time, he was a hot property after the success of The French Connection, and his performance was very passionate. Co-star Shelley Winters won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Belle Rosen--a middle-aged swimmer who gives her life to protect the survivors. (Spoiler!) Please listen to find out our real feelings between the book & movie, as this one will go down as one of our biggest takedowns of a horrible piece of work. In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The writing career of Paul Gallico * How genuinely terrible this book is and why you should not read it. * The special effects of the film and how it changed disaster films of the future * The cast: Gene Hackman (Reverand Frank Scott,) Ernest Borgnine (Mike Rogo,) Red Buttons (James Martin,) Carol Lynley (Nonnie Parry,) Roddy McDowell (Acres,) Stella Stevens (Linda Rogo,) Shelley Winters (Belle Rosen,) Jack Albertson (Manny Rosen,) Pamela Sue Martin (Susan Shelby,) Eric Shea (Robin Shelby,) and Leslie Nielsen (Captain Harrison)

Clips used:
The Poseidon Adventure* trailer * A tidal wave hits the shit * The immediate aftermath of the ship turning over * Stella Stevens's "panties" scene * "Lindaaaaaaaaaa!!!" * Reverend Scott sacrifices himself for the good of the group * The group is rescued * Closing music, "The Morning After," written by Al Kasha & Joel Hirschhorn and sung by Maureen McGovern

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Book Vs. Movie: The Gift of the Magi and The Gift of Love
The Original O’Henry Shorty Story Vs. the 1978 TV MovieO. Henry's The Gift of the Magi is a timeless short story that teaches us the true meaning of love during the holidays. The story follows Della Dillingham, who has only $1.87 to buy a Christmas gift for her husband, James. She decides to sell her beautiful hair to buy him a chain for his watch. However, James has sold his watch to buy her a fancy hair comb. The story shows that true love has no price and that her hair will grow back one day.
In 1978, a movie adaptation titled The Gift of Love was released, starring Marie Osmond and Timothy Bottoms. Osmond plays Beth, who is engaged to Alfred (James Woods) but is secretly in love with Rudi Miller (Bottoms), who is not wealthy. The movie follows the couple as they spend their first Christmas together and explores their challenges.

This episode is sponsored by Bethany House All’s Fair in Love and Christmas by Sarah Monzon.
Two workplace rivals. One festive competition. And a romance that upends it all. Graphic designer Mackenzie Graham looks forward to two things every December—Christmas celebrations and the annual promotion handed out to one employee at the end of the year. In fact, at her office, the employee demonstrating the most Christmas spirit is likely to win the job. Crippled by social anxiety, Mackenzie never thought she’d be a contender in the holiday competition, so how exactly has she found herself dueling her workplace crush with wrapping paper tubes and tinsel as her weapons of choice for a much-needed raise?

Jeremy Fletcher’s life is meticulously planned out, including how he will win this year’s promotion and take his career to the next level. Plus, now that he’s the guardian of his late sister’s children, the raise will help him care for his twin niece and nephew. However, there is one thing he didn’t plan for—the spunky Mackenzie Graham, who catches his eye and throws him off his game. She’s Jeremy’s fiercest competition this year, and if he doesn’t get his head on straight and soon, the promotion isn’t the only thing he will lose to Mackenzie. Follow Sarah Monson!! www.sarahmonsonwrites.com In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The incredible (and dramatic!) life story of O’Henry (born William Sydney Porter) * The various adaptations of the story over the years. * The popularity of Donny & Marie and their impact on 70s culture. * The cast of the 1978 film: Marie Osmond (Beth,) Timothy Bottoms (Rudi,) Bethel Leslie (Agnes,) June Lockhart (Constance,) Donald Moffat (William,) David Wayne (O’Henry/Narrator,) James Woods (Alfred,) Sondra West as Mary O’Halloran.

Clips used:
* Early TV commercial about Marie Osmond’s first dramatic role. * Beth meets Rudi for the first time * The Gift of Love (1978 trailer) * Beth sings to the students * Beth’s arranged engagement * Beth and Alfred's breakup * Beth and Rudi exchange their gifts. * Music: Fred Karlin

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Book Vs. Movie:
Miracle on 34th Street
Valentine Davies’s Story Vs. the 1947 Classic Film

"Can you say classic?" In the almost ten years that we have been putting on this show, we somehow missed "Miracle on 34th Street" as one of the most famous adaptations of holiday films. With a story by beloved writer Valentine Davies and direction by his friend George Seaton, the film (released in May of 1947 for some baffling reason!) became a massive hit with filmgoers. Starring Maureen O'Hara as a frazzled Macy's executive, Natalie Wood as her skeptical daughter Susan, and Edmund Gwenn as Kris Kringle, the film has everything you could want in a Christmas movie. You have the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, a love story, and a court scene that settles whether the State of New York Recognizes Santa Claus once and for all. What else do you need?

This episode is sponsored by Bethany House’s You Made It Feel Like Christmas by Toni Shiloh. It's the most wonderful time of the year--for everyone except Starr Lewis.
As if going home for the holidays jobless and single wasn't bad enough, she's dragged into a holiday season full of activities leading up to her sister's uber-romantic Christmas Eve wedding--to Starr's ex-boyfriend. But when her brother's best friend, Waylon Emmerson, attends their family Thanksgiving, she wonders if coming home for Christmas isn't so bad after all.

As Starr finds the perfect distraction in helping Waylon make over his late mother's Christmas shop, the most wonderful time of the year works its magic, and the spark between them grows. But with the holidays fast approaching, Starr must decide what she wants out of life after the gifts are unwrapped and the ornaments are put away--to return to New York City or to open her heart to a love that will last beyond Christmas Day?
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In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The work of Valentine Davies * The various productions of Miracle on 34th Street. * The cast of the 1947 film: Maureen O’Hara (Doris Walker,) John Payne (Fred Gailey,) Edmund Gwenn (Kris Kringle,) Gene Lockhart (Henry Harper,) Natalie Wood (Susan Walker,) Porter Hall (Granville Sawyer,) William Frawley (DA Thomas Mara,) and Philip Tonge as Julian Shellhammer.

Clips used:
* Santa won’t lie to Susan * Miracle on 34th Street (1947 trailer) * Santa is encouraged to upsell * Santa needs to get his head examined! * Susan believes * Evidence of Santa Claus * Music: Cyril Mockridge

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Book Vs. Movie: Christmas on the Square
Dolly Parton’s 2014 song Vs. the 2020 Netflix Movie"Christmas on the Square" is a 2020 movie based partly on Dolly Parton’s 2020 “Blue Smoke” album with the track “Try.” Directed and choreographed by Debbie Allen. The story revolves around a “Scrooge” character, played by icon Christine Baranski, who seeks to evict everyone in her hometown and sell off to Corporate Mall Overlords. Parton plays the angel prepped to save her and be a source of inspiration to everyone else. It won the 73rd Annual Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie. You need to know anything else! Just listen to our take and enjoy the ride!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The work of Dolly Parton and her Christmas films * The songs used in this film and the overall production. * The cast of the 2020 film: Dolly Parton (Angel,) Christine Baranski (Regina Fuller,) Jenifer Lewis (Margeline,) Josh Segarra (Pastor Christian,) Jeanine Mason (Felicity Sorenson,) Mary Lane Haskell (Jenna Hathaway,) Treat Williams (Carl Pellaman,) and Brandon Hudson as Randy.

Clips used:
* Christine Baranski promoting the film on Live with Kelly & Ryan * Christmas on the Square (2020 trailer from Netflix.) * Opening scene * Trixie and Katya * Christine Baranski meets “Angel” Dolly Parton * Music: Dolly Parton Christmas on the Square

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Book Vs. Movie: Bell Book and Candle
The Original 1950 Play & the 1958 Film"Bell, Book, and Candle," released in 1958 and directed by Richard Quine, is a romantic comedy that intertwines the ordinary and the supernatural. The movie revolves around Gillian Holroyd, a beautiful and free-spirited witch who resides in Greenwich Village, New York. Her magical world turns unexpectedly when she develops feelings for her neighbor, Shepherd Henderson. This story takes place on Christmas Eve, making it a unique holiday classic.

The film is based on the 1950 play by John Van Druten and stars James Stewart and Kim Novak (who had also filmed Vertigo the same year). It showcases the hip world of the late 1950s with an unusual romance full of flights of fancy and, of course, cats! In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The work of John Van Druten. * The use of witchcraft as a theme in mid-20th Century America. * The cast of the 1958 film: James Stewart (Shep Henderson,) Kim Novak (Gil Holroyd,) Jack Lemmon (Nicky Holroyd,) Ernie Kovacs (Sidney Redlitch,) Hermione Gingold (Bianca De Pass,) Elsa Lanchester (Aunt Queenie Holroyd,) and Janice Rule as Merle Kittridge.

Clips used:
* Gillian casts her spell * Bell, Book, and Candle (1958 trailer) * The “Club Zodiac” * Shep realizes Gil loves him * Shep gets mean * Gillian is now a human * Music: George Duning

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Book Vs. Movie: Home for the Holidays
The Short Story by Chris Radant & the 1995 Jodie Foster FilmThe Margos are getting into the holiday spirit with the cult classic Home for the Holidays, based on a 1991 short story by Chris Radant, directed by Jodie Foster. Radant’s short story appeared in the now-defunct Boston Phoenix and is based on her experience dealing with family issues during the holiday season. (You can listen to it at this clip from the storyteller Kelley Hazen: https://soundcloud.com/bruce-kelley-3/home-for-the-holidays-by-chris-radant-narrated-by-kelley-hazen

The 1995 film stars a cast of acting superstars from Robert Downey Jr to Anne Bancroft. At the time, it had middling reviews but is considered a must-watch for its fans every Thanksgiving. Adapted by W.D. Richter and includes a killer soundtrack. So which did we like better? In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The short story that inspires the film. * Jodie Foster’s career as an actor and director. * The cast of the 1995 film: Holly Hunter (Claudia Larson,) Robert Downey Jr. (Tommy Larson,) Anne Bancroft (Adele Larson,) Charles Durning (Henry Larson,) Dylan McDermott (Leo Fish,) Geraldine Chaplin (Aunt Gladys,) Steve Guttenberg (Walter Wedman,) Cynthia Stevenson (Joanne Larson Wedman,) Claire Danes (Kitt Larson) and David Straithairn as Russell.

Clips used:
* “Kooky Aunt Gladys” * Home for the Holidays (1995 trailer) * Holly Hunter gets fired * Robert Downey Jr improvises * Gladys’s speech * Turkey dinner on Cynthia Stevenson * “Sad Russell” * Music: Nat King Cole

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Book Vs. Movie: The Old Man and the Sea
The 1952 Short Story by “Papa” & the 1958 Spencer Tracy FilmIn this episode, the Margos review Ernest Hemingway's 1952 novella "The Old Man and the Sea" and its 1958 film adaptation featuring Spencer Tracy. The story revolves around an aging Cuban fisherman, Santiago, who embarks on a challenging battle with a massive marlin in the Gulf Stream. The novella has been adapted into several films, the most notable being the 1958 movie directed by John Sturges. If you want to know which version the Margos preferred, tune in to find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The lives of both Hemingway and Tracy * The SYMBOLISM!!!!! * The differences between the short story and the film. * The cast of the 1958 film: Spencer Tracy (Santiago,) Felipe Pazos Jr. (Manolin,) Harry Bellavar (Martin,) Don Diamond (cafe proprietor,) Don Blackman (Arm wrestler,) and Joey Ray as a gambler.

Clips used:
* Charlton Heston reading “The Old Man and the Sea” * The Old Man and the Sea (1958 trailer) * Sontiao fights the marlin * Santiago fights the shark * Charlton Heston finishes the story * TCM Host Ben Mankiewicz discusses the 1958 movie The Old Man and the Sea. * Music: Dimitri Tiomkin

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Book Vs. Movie: Sweet Smell of Success

Ernest Lehman was an accomplished writer and adapter of material for the screen, known for his work on movies such as Hello Dolly!, The King and I, and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? In 1950, he wrote an original short story, "Tell Me About It Tomorrow,” published in Cosmopolitan magazine. This story became the basis of Clifford Odet’s screenplay for the 1957 classic film Sweet Smell of Success, starring Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis and directed by Alexander Mackendrick. The film is a gripping portrayal of media manipulation, gossip, backstabbing, and strange family relationships set in the world of New York City newspapers and the desire for fame.

If you're wondering which version the Margos liked better, listen in to find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The career of Ernest Lehman * Gossip columnists and their power to change narratives. * The differences between the short story and the film. * The cast of the 1957 film: Burt Lancaster (J.J. Hunsecker,) Tony Curtis (Sidney Falco,) Susan Harrison (Susan Hunsecker,) Martin Milner (Steve Dallas,) Sam Levene (Frank D’Angelo,) Barbara Nicholas (Rita,) Jeff Donnell (Sally) and Joe Frisco as Herbie Temple.

Clips used:
* JJ’s table * Sweet Smell of Success (1957 trailer) * “Cookie full of arsenic” * “Cheek to Chico” * “Cigarette girls” * “Don’t do anything I wouldn’t do.” * “Prisoner of your fears” * “I pity you.” * Music: Elmer Bernstein

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Book Vs. Movie: The Gambler
The 1978 Song & Kenny Rogers as The Gambler TV Movie
Yee ha!
The Margos' latest episode is all about the Kenny Rogers classic "The Gambler." The song was written in 1976 by Don Schlitz, who was only 26 years old at the time. It took two years before Rogers made it a number 1 hit. The song's lyrics tell the story of a chance encounter on a train between the narrator and a seasoned gambler.

The gambler imparts his wisdom about life and gambling to the narrator, offering advice including the famous lines: "You've got to know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away, and know when to run. You never count your money when you're sittin' at the table; there'll be time enough for countin' when the dealin's done."
The song was so popular that it became the basis for several top-rated TV movies. The first one, "The Gambler" (1980), introduced the character of Brady Hawkes. In this film, Brady meets a young orphan named Billy Montana and takes him under his wing as they travel together.

In their latest episode, the Margos discuss both the song and the TV movie and share their thoughts on which they liked more between the 1978 song and the first TV movie. Give it a listen to find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The origins of the song and the AMAZING Kenny Rogers * Country music hits of the late 1970s and early 1980s * TV Movie culture of the 1980s * The cast of the 1980 film: Kenny Rogers (Brady Hawkes,) Bruce Boxleitner (Billy Montana,) Christine Belford (Eliza,) Harold Gould (Arthur Stobridge,) Clu Gulager (Rufe Bennett,) Lance LeGault (Doc Palmer,) Lee Purcell (Jennie Reed,) Ronnie Scribner (Jeremiah,) Noble Willingham (Conductor,) Bruce M. Fischer (Tabor,) and Borah Silver as Botkin.

Clips used:
* Kenny Rogers on The Muppet Show in 1979 * The Gambler TV trailer * Geico Kenny Rogers Ad * 1991 TV ad * Grady meets Billy * “Dear Pa” letter * Jennie is “asked” to join Mr. Stobridge * Rufe Bennett is a creep! * Grady and Eliza say “goodbye.” * Music: The First Edition “What Condition What My Condition Was In”

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Book Vs. Movie: Misery
The 1987 Stephen King Novel Vs. the 1990 Classic Movie
The Margos and special guest Alex Steed of the You Are Good film podcast discuss one of the best Stephen King adaptations ever--1990’s Misery.
In both the novel and the film, the characters of Paul Sheldon and Annie Wilkes are central to the story. However, there are notable differences in their portrayals. In the book, readers get a more in-depth look at the internal struggles of Sheldon, whereas the film focuses more on external conflicts.
The basic story is Sheldon is en route to deliver his manuscript to finally leave the romance literary world behind and start on a new path as a “serious writer.” When his car overturns in the Colorado snowbanks, he is seemingly “rescued’ by former nurse Wilkes, his “biggest fan.” Trouble ensues when she finds out Paul killed off his creation (and her favorite character), Misery Chastain, and she forces him to burn his new work and create a whole new literary revival of the Misery series. Wilkes is also a psychopathic killer who gets the writer hooked on drugs while he is laid up in her home.

James Caan and Kathy Bates deliver memorable performances in the film, and Bates deservedly won an Academy Award for her portrayal of Wilkes. (Though Lizzie Caplan did a fine job in the second season of Castle Rock!) There is also a stage version of the story because--of course.
Between the book & movie, which did we like more? Have a listen and find out! In this ep, we discuss:
* Stephen King's op-ed NY Times * Stephen King's adaptations and his works that deal with addiction and recovery * The unique villainry of Annie Wikles * The different versions of the story (the book, play, movie, and TV series) * The differences between the 1987 novel and the Rob Reiner-directed film * The cast of the 1990 film: James Caan (Paul Sheldon,) Kathy Bates (Annie Wilkes,) Richard Farnsworth (Sheriff Buster,) Frances Sternhargen (Deputy Virginia,) Lauren Bacall (Marcia Sindell,) Graham Jarvis (Libby,) and Jerry Potter as Pete.

Clips used:
* “You killed Misery!” * Misery (1990 trailer) * “Paul, your language.” * “Cockadoodie car!” * Annie feels unappreciated * Music: Marc Shaiman

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Book Vs. Movie: I Know What You Did Last Summer
The 1973 Lois Duncan YA Novel Vs. the 1997 Movie

"I Know What You Did Last Summer" revolves around a group of friends, Julie, Helen, Ray, and Barry, who accidentally hit a stranger with their car on a dark, lonely road. In a panic, they make a harrowing decision to hide the accident, believing they can escape the consequences. However, one year later, their lives unravel as they receive ominous messages from a mysterious figure who knows their deadly secret.

Lois Duncan's novel, published in 1973, unfolds in the 1970s. The film, directed by Jim Gillespie, modernized the story to the late 1990s. This update significantly alters the atmosphere and dynamics, replacing the retro feel of the book with a more contemporary vibe. Between the book & movie, which did we like more? Have a listen and find out!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* YA Horror novels of the 1970s * Author Lois Duncan * The differences between the 1973 (and the updated) version of the story and the movie * The cast of the 1997 film: Jennifer Love Hewitt (Julie James,) Sarah Michelle Gellar (Helen Shivers,) Ryan Phillipe (Barry Cox,) Feddie Prinze Jr. (Ray Bronson,) Bridgette Wilson (Elsa Shivers,) Anne Heche (Missy Egan,) Muse Watson (Ben Willis/The Fisherman,) Johnny Galecki (Max Neurick) and Stuart Greer as the Officer.

Clips used:
* “I think he is dead” * I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997 trailer) * “We will dump the body” * “We will take this to our graves” * Killer in the balcony * What Are You Waiting For? * Music: Jennifer Love Hewitt's “How Do I Deal?”

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In honor of the recent passing of Piper Laurie, we are replaying our 2018 episode
that revisits a classic Stephen King tale--Carrie, which we originally covered in 2014 (using the old, old way we recorded back in the early days.) This is not only King's first movie adaptation but also based on his first published novel. There are so many changes between book & movie that we wanted to give it a modern treatment (meaning better sound and lots of clips!)

Just how different is the original novel versus the Brian DePalma masterpiece of horror? Whoo boy---there were some major changes made (and for very good reason, in many instances.)

So which did the Margos like better? Book or Movie? Check out the link below to find out!

In this ep the Margos discuss :

The backstory behind Stephen King’s first novel (and why his wife Tabitha is a hero to King fans everywhere!)
The major differences between the book and the 1976 movie
How "Carrie" became a famous “musical flop” in the 80s and is now considered a camp classic
The casting of the movie included Sissy Spacek "Carrie," Piper Laurie "Margaret White," Amy Irving "Sue Snell," John Travolta "Billy Nolan" and William Katt "Tommy Ross".
The music was used by famed composer Bernard Herrmann, who died just before the movie’s release.
The various “Carrie” TV movies and films that have been created since 1976
Clips Featured:
- Stephen King interviewed by MPR’s “Talking Volumes” in 2009
- Carrie 1976 trailer
- Carrie White being told she is a sinner by her mother
- Miss Collins (Betty Buckley) talks with Tommy Ross and Sue Snell
- Carrie unleashes her power at the prom
- Outro Music: Carrie closing credits
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Book Vs. Movie: House of Usher
The Edgar Allen Poe Short Story Vs. the 1960 Vincent Price MovieThe Margos continue our month of scary movies with the 1839 short story, The Fall of House of Usher, by Edgar Allen Poe, and how it was adapted by Roger Corman in 1960 for the Vincent Price classic House of Usher. The story of the Roderick family, consisting of siblings Roderick and Madeline, is a gothic tale about their shared traumatic experiences that haunt them in their home. The narrator, who remains unnamed, witnesses supernatural occurrences and discovers that Madeline, supposedly dead and buried in the house, is alive. This revelation terrifies her brother, and Madeline uses it to seek revenge against him.
The movie, which Corman directed, is a classic adaptation that stands out for its interpretation of the story and the exceptional acting of Vincent Price. The film was listed in the U.S. National Film Registry in 2005 for its artistic merit. This begs the question: which version do we prefer, the short story or the movie?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Edgar Allen Poe * How the material has been interpreted recently * The differences between the short story and the movie * The cast of the 1960 film: Vincent Price (Roderick Usher,) Mark Damon (Phillip Winthrop,) Myrna Fahey (Madeline Usher,) and Harry Ellerbe as the butler, Bristol.

Clips used:
* Roderick describes his particular condition * House of Usher 1960 trailer * The Usher family history * “A plague of evil” * “Strange noises in the house” * Music: Les Baxter

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Book Vs. Movie:
Wait Until Dark
The 1966 Richard Knott Play Vs. the 1967 Audrey Hepburn FilmThe Margos kick off "Scary Movie Month" by discussing Wait Until Dark, both the play by Frederick Knott and the 1967 Audrey Hepburn film. The movie features one of the best jump scares in cinema history. The original production starred Lee Remick and Robert Duvall as Susy and Roat, respectively. The story revolves around Susy, a blind woman who lives alone in her Greenwich Village apartment, and Roat, a creepy intruder who wants to find a doll filled with heroin that her husband accidentally brought home.
Roat and his two cronies play games with Susy, but she ultimately prevails with a bit of courage and some help from her young neighbor, Gloria. Remick's performance earned her a Tony Award nomination, and the play was quickly adapted into a feature film by producer Mel Ferrar (who was also Hepburn's husband at the time).

The movie is consistently ranked as one of the most influential thrillers of all time. So, which did we prefer: the play or the movie?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Broadway in the 1960s * The performances of the movie * The differences between the play and the movie * The 1982 Wait Until Dark with Stacy Keach & Katherine Ross * The cast of the 1967 film: Audrey Hepburn (Susy,) Alan Arkin (Roat,) Richard Crenna (Mike,) Efram Zimbalist Jr. (Sam Hendrix,) Jack Weston (Carlino), Samantha Jones (Lisa,) and Julie Herrod as Gloria.

Clips used:
* “Tap Tap Tap” * Wait Until Dark 1967 trailer * Gloria and Susy * Alan Arkin and Audrey Hepburn * The big “jump scare” * Music: Henry Mancini and Sue Raney

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Book Vs. Movie: Ghost World
The 1997 Daniel Clowes Graphic Novel vs. the Terry Zwigoff 2001 FilmThe Margos are feeling very moody and isolated, discussing the 2001 film Ghost World starring Thora Birch and Scarlett Johansson as best friends Enid and Rebecca, who are perfect early 00’s angsty and unimpressed with the world and was catnip for audiences and critics alike.

Based on chapter five’s “Hubba Hubba” by Daniel Clowes, the original 1997 graphic novel series Eightball, the story of two lonely misfits who interact with other lost souls, made for an unusual adaptation that earned an Academy Award nomination for Clowes and directed by Terry Zwigoff (Crumb, Bad Santa.)

We read the source material (which you can find as a compilation of short stories in Adaptations: From Short Story to Big Screen by Stephanie Harrison), watched the film (has it aged well?), and tried to decide which we liked better--the book or the movie? In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Daniel Clowes’s work * The state of graphic novels and independent films in the 1990s * Terry Zwigoff’s adaptation that was somehow NOT a Miramax film * The differences between the graphic novel and movie * The cast of the 2001 film: Thora Birch (Enid,) Scarlett Johannsson (Rebecca,) Steve Buscemi (Seymour,) Brad Renfro (Josh,) Illeana Douglas (Roberta Allsworth,) Bob Balaban (Enid’s father,) Stacey Travis (Dana,) Tom McGowan (Joe,) Brian George (convenience store owner,) Pat Healy (John Ellis,) Rini Bell (graduation speaker,) Terri Garr (Maxine,) David Cross (Gerald,) Ezra Buzzington (“Weird Al,”) and Bruce Glover as Feldman.

Clips used:
* Meeting Seymour * Ghost World (2001 original trailer) * High School graduation * Enid gets hired and fired * The art class scene introducing the painting * Enid helps Seymour date * Seymour attacks Josh * Music: “Jaan Pehechan Ho” by Mohammed Rafi

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Book Vs. Movie: The Lorax
The Dr. Seuss 1971 Children’s Book Vs. the 2012 Adaptation

The Margos close out “Banned Books Month” with a visit with Dr. Seuss and The Lorax, a tale of environmental conservation and the dangers of rampant deforestation. Theodore Seuss Geisel was known for his colorful characters, accusations of racism, and having some of his books pulled for outdated notions or controversial take on capitalism.

The Lorax (first published in 1971) was written after a recent trip to Africa where Geisel and his wife were concerned about the environment and wildlife in danger of extinction. The Lorax wants “The Onceler” to stop the destruction of the environment. Over the years, many logging companies tried to get the book banned for being “mean” to their industry. So much so that in 1995, two different forest/wood flooring industries raised funds to create their own version called Truax, which supported the logging industry. (Seriously)

There was a 1972 faithful adaptation starring Eddie Albert, but in this episode, we discuss the 2012 film starring Zac Efron, Taylor Swift, Betty White, and Ed Helms. It’s filled with lots of music and rare mentions of the actual book. We have THOUGHTS about this one!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The life and work of Dr. Suess * The inspiration for The Lorax. * The reasons schools ban his work. * The differences between the book and movie * The cast of the 2012 film: Danny DeVito (The Lorax,) Ed Helms (The Onceler,) Zac Efron (Ted Wiggins,) Taylor Swift (Audrey,) Rob Riggle (Alyosis O’Hare,) Jenny Slate (Mrs. Wiggins,) Betty White (Grammy Norma,) Nasim Pedrad (Isabella,) Stephen Tobolowsky (Uncle Ubb,) Elamrie Wendel (Aunt Grizelda,) Danny Cooksy (Brett & Chet,) Joel Swetow, Michael Beattie, and Chris Renaud.

Clips used:
* Grammy Norma * The Lorax (2012 trailer) * Music: John Powell & Cinco Paul

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Book Vs. Movie: The Bridge to Teribithia
The 1977 Classic YA Novel Vs. the 2007 Adaptation
Bring out your tissues! The Margos continue Banned Books Month with the 1977 classic by Katherine Paterson--Bridge to Teribithia. The story of Jess Aarons, a fifth-grade kid who grows up lonely and poor but with an artistic temperament that helps him imagine other places and realities. His life changes when he becomes friends with a new kid, Leslie Burke, a fellow dreamer and misfit who encourages his art and helps him find magic in the woods.

Together, they create a world called Teribithia in the forest to help them deal with feeling alienated from peers and, in Jess’s case--his sad, abusive home. A tragedy befalls them that causes a permanent change in Jess. (Trust us, this will break your heart!)
The 2007 film was co-written and co-produced by David L. Paterson (son of the author who, in real life, lost a friend when he was a child.) The director is Gabor Csupo, and produced by Disney Studios. Between the book and movie--which did the Margos like better? Have a listen!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The true story that the book is based on. * The work of Katherine Paterson. * The reasons schools ban this work. * The differences between the book and movie * The cast of the 2007 film: Josh Hutcherson (Jess Aarons,) AnnaSophia Robb (Leslie,) Bailee Madison (May Belle,) Zooey Deschanel (Ms. Edmunds,) Robert Patrick (Jack Aarons,) Kate Butler (Mary Aarons,) Devon Wood (Brenda Aarons,) Emma Fenton (Ellie Aarons,) Latham Gaines (Bill Burke,) Judy McIntosh (Judy Burke,) Lauren Clinton (Janice Avery,) Cameron Wakefield (Scott Hoager,) Elliot Lawless (Gary Fulcher,) and Jen Wolfe as the teach Ms. Myers.

Clips used:
* Jess & Leslie discuss a magic world * LOOTERS podcast promo * Bridge to Teribithia (2007 trailer) * Avoiding Janice on the bus * Jess & Leslie become friends * “Why Can’t We Be Friends” * Mr. Aarons tells Jess what happened to Leslie * Jess punches out Gary and Ms. Myers has his back. * Music: AnnaSophia Robb's “Keep Your Mind Wide Open”

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Book Vs. Movie: Fahrenheit 451
The Ray Bradbury 1953 Classic Novel Vs. the 2018 HBO AdaptationThe Margos turn up the heat (get it?) with a look at the 1953 literary classic Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury--a banned book for decades. Inspired by the Cold War and the House of Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) investigating actors, artists, and writers claiming communism, Bradbury’s work has been controversial since its publication over its depiction of an America that embraces book burning and a total lack of individualism.
The story centers around a “fireman,” Guy Montag, an American in the not-so-distant future whose job is to burn all deemed objectionable books. He seems to live an ordinary life, not questioning his line of work along with his wife Mildred, who is endlessly watching TV screens (“parlor walls”) that contain her “real family.” One day, he meets teenage neighbor Clarisse, who lives a life built on free thinking, which is odd to Guy.

When Clarisse goes missing, and Guy’s wife believes he is behaving suspiciously (when she is not overdosing), we learn he has a big secret. He has been storing away contraband books and starting to read what has before been banned. The 2018 adaptation is written and directed by Ramin Bahrani and will be the movie we compare to the original material in this episode.
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The life and work of Ray Bradbury * The reasons this novel has been banned over the years * Did Bradbury believe that censorship was a big issue? * The differences between the book and movie * The cast of the 2018 film: Michael B. Jordan (Guy Montag,) Michael Shannon (Captain Beatty,) Sofia Boutella (Clarisse,) Khandi Alexander (Toni Morrison,) Lilly Singh (Raven,) Martin Donovan (Commissioner Nyari,) Andy McQueen (Gustavo,) Dylan Taylor (Douglas,) Grace Lynn Kung (Chairman Mao,) Keir Dullea (Historian,) and Cindy Katz as Yuxie.

Clips used:
* Bradbury speaks to what the book is really about (Big hint: Kill your television!) * Tim Robbins reads Fahrenheit 451 for Aubile (2018) * Fahrenheit 451 (2018 trailer) * “I want it to burn” * Music: Antony Partos and Matteo Zingales

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Book Vs. Movie: Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret
JUDY BLUME Y’ALL!!!!!

The Margos begin our annual “Banned Books Month” as always, loving the books and hating why we must feature them. Judy Blume is one of the most successful authors of all time, and her books, some of the most requested to be removed from libraries, make our hearts hurt and fill us with rage!

Are You There, God? It’s Me Margaret is a story about an 11-year-old girl, Margaret Simon, who is dealing with issues many of us readers can relate to--feeling anxious, wanting to fit in, unsure of your place in the world, etc. It’s been a classic in YA literature since 1970, and Blume was very particular about its adaptation. The film is written and directed by Kelly Fremon Craig for Lionsgate films.

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In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The life and work of her majesty--Judy Blume! * Why this book is considered too controversial for kids * The differences between the book and movie * The book Periods, Period. By Alisha Gaddis & Steph Garcia, Illustrations by Desiree Nash * The cast of the 2023 film: Abby Ryder Forston (Margaret Simon,) Rachel McAdams (Barbara Simon,) Kathy Bates (Sylvia Simon,) Benny Safdie (Herb Simon,) Elle Graham (Nancy Wheeler,) Amari Alexis Price (Jamie Loomis,) Katherine Kupferer (Gretchen Potter,) Kate McGluggage (Jan Wheeler,) Aidan Wojtak-Hissong (Moose Freed,) Landon S. Baxter (Evan Wheeler,) Echo Kellum (Mr. Benedict,) Zackary Brooks (Phillip Leroy,) Isol Young (Laura Danker,) Mia Dillon (Mary Hutchins) and Gary Houston as Paul Hutchins.

Clips used:
* “We’re moving!” * Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret (2023 trailer) * “We must increase our bust” * Bra shopping * The party * Argument about religion * Music: Hans Zimmer

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Book Vs. Movie: Smoke Signals
The Sherman Alexie Short Story Vs. the 1998 Movie

In this episode, the Margos delve into the acclaimed indie film Smoke Signals, released in 1998. This film was based on a series of short stories by Sherman Alexie in 1993, titled The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven. The story follows two young men, Victor Joseph and Tom Builds-the-Fire, who grew up on a Spokane Indian Reservation. It explores the interconnectedness of their families, the perception of Native Americans in mainstream media, and the truth behind Tom's father's death.

Smoke Signals was well-received by critics and audiences alike and was showcased at various film festivals such as the Sundance Film Festival, the Gotham Awards, and the Independent Spirit Awards. In 2018, it was even added to the National Film Registry. Chris Eyre directed the movie, which was based on Alexie's screenplay.

We'll also be discussing our personal preferences between the two. Come and join this discussion.

Calm History:
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In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The controversies of writer Sherman Alexie * The history of how America treats Indigenous people. (Big hint--not great!) * The differences between Alexie’s short stories and the film * The cast of the 1998 film: Adam Beach (Victor Joseph,) Evan Adams (Thomas Builds-the-Fire,) Irene Bedard (Suzy Song,) Gary Farmer (Arnold Joseph,) John Trudell (Randy Peone,) Michael Greyeyes (Junior Polatkin,) Michelle St. John (Velma,) Elaine Miles (Lucy,) Cynthia Geary (Cathy the gymnast,) Perrey Reaves (Holly,) Molly Cheek (Penny Cicero,) Robert Maino (Burt Cicero,) and Tom Skerrit as the police chief.

Clips used:
* “How to be a real Indian” * Smoke Signals (1998 trailer) * “Don’t go, Dad!” * “He’s waiting for you” * “I broke some hearts” * “The Oral Tradition” * Music: Wah Jhi le Yihm by Ulali

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Book Vs. Movie: Three Days of the Condor
The James Grady Book Vs. the Robert Redford-Starring Movie

The Margos talk about the paranoia-soaked 70s with a discussion about the novel & film Three Days of the Condor starring a dreamy Robert Redford and a luminous Faye Dunaway. The story is about a man who loves to read and works for the CIA and gets sucked into a life-threatening chase between himself and outside forces of the government.

Published in 1974 (the same year Richard Nixon resigned from office), author James Grady used his experience working in politics in his native Montana to weave a tale around everyman Malcolm Ronald, who reads mystery and spy novels and analyzes the plots for the U.S. government. When his entire office is killed in one fell swoop--he goes on the run with his code name, “Condor,” to find a faithful ally to spare his life.

The 1975 movie directed by Sydney Pollack stars a fantastic cast and takes a few liberties with the screenplay (by Lorenzo Semple, Jr. and David Rafiel.)

What are the main differences between the short story and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The original “Sausage Fest” novel * The politics and news of the 1970s (paranoia aplenty!) * The differences between the novel and film * The cast of the 1975 film: Robert Redford (Joe Turner “The Condor,”) Faye Dunaway (Kathy Hale,) Cliff Robertson (Higgins,) Max von Sydow (Joubert,) John Housman (Wabash,) Addison Powell (Leonard Atwood,) Walter McGinn (Sam Barber,) Tina Chen (Janice Chong,) Jess Osuna (The Major,) Helen Stenborg (Mrs. Russell,) Patrick Gorman (Martin,) and Hansford Rowe as Jennings.

Clips used:
* The “Condor” likes to read books! * Three Days of the Condor (1975 trailer) * The “Condor” calls in * Faye Dunaway and Robert Redford * Cliff Robertson explains the "game" * The last scene * Music by Dave Grusin

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Book Vs. Movie:
Special Guest, Author Kristen Lopez
"But Have You Read the Book?"Our special guest, Kristen Lopez, is the film editor for The Wrap and the author of But Have You Read the Book? In this episode, we talk about her favorite book-to-movie adaptations, how she came across this fun project, the latest on the SAG AFTRA strike, the world of Turner Classic Movies, the hotness of Ben Mankiewicz, and the Warner Brothers private collections. Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network.
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Book Vs. Movie
“The Exorcist” RIP William Friedkin (1935-2023)
Replay of the DEC 2018 episode.

The Margos revisit the 1971 novel The Exorcist written by the very interesting William Peter Blatty. Based on a true-ish story about a boy possessed by a demon in the 1950s, Blatty changed some key details to create this fiction classic. Director William Friedkin in 1973 just came off an incredible spate of box office successes, including 1971’s The French Connection earning him an Academy Award for Best Director.

The Exorcist became the biggest financial success of his career but turned out to be something of a curse as well. The hosts read the book, watched the movie, and decided which they liked better in this episode. Plus, they talk about trivia about the book and movie. In this episode, they discuss The backstory of the “real” exorcism from the 1950s Author William Peter Blatty’s writing process, The story behind the major casting choices, How some of the more famous scenes were created, The supposed “Exorcist” curse.

Clips used:
William Friedkin being interviewed in 1973
Movie trailer (4K edition)
Original TV Trailer
Chris (Ellen Burstyn) speaks to doctors
Fathers Karas (Jason Miller) and Merrin (Max von Sydow)
Casting out the demon “The Devil” and pea soup.
Outro Music: “Tubular Bells”

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Book Vs. Movie:
The Red Shoes
The Hans Christian Anderson Fairy Tale vs. the 1948 Classic Film

The Margos (and a special guest star!) put on their dancing shoes with the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale “The Red Shoes” along with the 1948 adaptation that is considered a ballet/film classic with some of the most beautiful sequences along with a meditation on “art versus life.”

Published in 1845, The Red Shoes appears in “New Fairy Tales” and tells the story of Karen, a vain and selfish girl who has a particular pair of red shoes that causes her to dance with frenzy. Apparently, the author used his own sister’s name for the horrible lead and his father being a proud shoe cobbler who demanded to be treated with respect from even his wealthiest clients.

The movie is a technicolor masterpiece filled with renowned dancers and is the coloration between Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger (following the successful 1947 film Black Narcissus.) It’s considered one of the best British films ever and won the Academy Award for Best Original Score and Best Art Direction.

What are the main differences between the short story and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!

Our special guest is Dale Bridges, author of The Mean Reds, available from Stephen J. Austin University Press.

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In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The original fairy tale * The history of the movie * The cast of the 1948 film: Anton Walbrook (Boris Lermontov,) Marius Goring (Julian Craster,) Moira Shearer (Victoria Page,) Robert Helpmann (Ivan Boleslawsky,) Leonide Massine (Grischa Ljubov,) Albert Bassermann (Sergei Ratov,) Ludmilla Tchernia (Irinia Boronskaya,) and Esmond Knight as Livingstone “Livy” Montague.

Clips used:
* Victoria Page meets Boris Lermontov * The Red Shoes 1948 trailer * The crowd enters the theatre * Lermontov picks his dancers * Grischa Ljubov meets Victoria Page * The last dance scene * Music by Brian Easdale

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Book Vs. Movie:
The Swimmer
The 1964 John Cheever story vs. the 1968 Burt Lancaster FilmBurt Lancaster always claimed that his 1968 film The Swimmer was his best work, and we are here to show you exactly why! The John Cheever short story that appeared in the July 18, 1964 issue of The New Yorker is a surrealistic tale of an alcoholic man (Neddy Merrill) who journeys to his home through suburban New York via swimming pools. Along the way, he realizes that the life he thinks he is leading (high status with a beautiful family) is actually in shambles, and he is, in fact, alone and broke.
The 1968 film is a masterclass of acting and direction, which is ironic considering the shoot was chaotic, with the firing of several actors and the director, Frank Perry, during the shoot. With a 24-year-old Marvin Hamlisch soundtrack, cameos from Joan Rivers and Janet Landgard, and Lancaster in a blue swimsuit showing off his 52-year-old body--the film was not well-received at the time by the press or at the box office. Since then, it has gained a cult following with a look at what small-budgeted movies coming soon in the 1970s.
What are the main differences between the short story and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* John Cheever's writing career and aesthetic * The troubled production of the film * The cast of the 1968 film: Burt Lancaster (Ned Merrill,) Janet Landgard (Julie Ann Hooper,) Janice Rule (Shirley Abbott,) Joan Rivers (Joan,) Kim Hunter (Betty,) Tony Bickley (Donald,) Marge Champion (Peggy,) Bill Fiore (Howie,) Rose Gregio (Sylvia,) Charles Drake (Howard Graham,) Diana Muldaur (Cynthia,) and Dolph Sweet as Henry Biswanger.

Clips used:
* “That’s my wagon” opening scene * The Swimmer (1968 trailer) * Neddie opening scene * Julie and Ned * Joan Rivers!!! * Ned and his mistress * Ned at the public park * Music by Marvin Hamlisch

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Book Vs. Movie:
Ode to Billy Joe
The 1967 Song Vs. the 1976 MovieIt was a hot and steamy summer day when we recorded this episode, so we decided to go as far south as we could get here in the USA with the tale of Billie Joe Macallister (named
Billy Joe for the movie adaptation) and why he may have jumped to his death off the Tallahacthie Bridge.
Mississippi native Bobbie Gentry wrote the song in 1967 for her first album, and it became a huge sensation. The song is written from the viewpoint of the narrator, a young girl who knew Billie Joe but did not say if she is privy to why he died the way he did. How did she know him, and what did they throw from the bridge? These are still asked of the singer, but she kept it opaque. (She is also a recluse who never gives interviews, though she is considered a legend in country music.
The film was produced and directed by Max Baer, Jr. and written by Herman Racuher (of Summer of ‘42 fame ), who spoke privately with Gentry about the path he wanted to take fleshing out the story. It stars Robby Benson as a sexually confused young man who pursues teenage Bobbie Lee (Glynnis O’Connor.) The film was a massive hit in 1976, and if you check the IMDB and Reddit boards, you will still find people unsure of “what” was going on with Billy Joe that day.
So, what are the main differences between the song and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Bobbie Gentry’s career and the long-lasting effect of the song’s success. * Theories about the characters of the song * The cast of the 1976 film: Robby Benson (Billy Joe McAllister ), Glynnis O’Connor (Bobbie Lee Hartley ), Joan Hotchkis (Mrs. Hartely), Sandy McPeak (Papa,) James Best (Dewey Barksdale ), Terence Goodman (James Hartley,) and Becky Bowen as Becky Thompson.

Clips used:
* Bobbie Gentry (1967 Andy Williams special) * Ode to Billy Joe (1976 trailer) * Billy Joe meets Bobbie’s parents * Bobbie Lee and Billy Joe have a date * Crazy Mississippi party * Billy Joe confesses his “sin” * Bobbie Lee leaves town

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Book Vs. Movie: The Killers
The 1927 Ernest Hemingway Short Story Vs. the 1946 Classic FilmThe Margos are discussing Ernest Hemingway for the first time on the podcast after nine years of producing, which is shocking! His 1927 short story, The Killers, was first published in 1927 for Scribner’s Magazine and is a return of his character Nick Adams who appears in several short stories.
Set in Summit, Illinois, Adams has to deal with a couple of hitmen looking to take out a boxer named “Ole Anderson.” A Swedish heavyweight fighter being warned about impending doom decides to let fate take over.
Like many of his peers, Hemingway detested the Hollywood versions of his work that were sanitized due to the Hays Code. In the 1946 adaptation, director Robert Siodmak and screenwriter Anthony Veiller give us more background on “The Swede” and his life after his boxing career ended.
So what are the main differences between the short story and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* Ernest Hemingway and his incredible life and career * The cast of the 1946 film: Burt Lancaster (Pete Lund/Ole “Swede” Anderson,) Ava Gardner (Kitty Collins,) Edmond O’Brien (Jim Reardon,) Albert Dekker (“Big Jim Colfax,”), Sam Levene (Lt. Sam Lubinsky,) Vince Barnett (Charleston,) Virginia Christine (Lily,) Jack Lambert (“Dum-Dum” Clarke), Phil Brown (Nick Adams,) Charles D. Brown (Packy Robinson,) and Donald MacBride as Reardon’s boss.

Clips used:
* The opening scene at the Brentwood diner * The Killers (1946 trailer) * Nick warns The Swede * Main boxing scene * Ava Gardner sings * Kitty leaves Reardon * Colfax dies, and Kitty panics * Music: Miklos Rozsa

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Book Vs. Movie:
Valley GirlsThe Frank & Moon Zappa Song Vs. the 1983 Classic FilmWe know that Frank Zappa did not authorize using the song Valley Girl (co-written with his 14-year-old daughter Moon Unit in 1982.) But we had to cover this movie because if there was ever a song that influenced the culture of the early 80s --this was it.
Moon Zappa is the oldest child of the late Frank Zappa, and after spending most of her childhood waiting for her dad to make time for her, she reached out to him with his favorite love language--snarky lyrics. Using expressions from her peers in the San Fernando Valley--the Zappas created a song that lampoons the white bread, snotty culture of “Vals.”

The fact it became a hit song (and Frank’s only Top 40 single) shocked everyone involved.
The producers of the 1983 film tried to get Frank to sign the rights but only with the overall approval of the script and music. The film, directed by Martha Coolidge and starring Nicolas Cage and Deborah Foreman, became a classic teen film that must have stung Frank, who sued the producers as Valley 9000 and lost.
So what are the main differences between the song and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen and find out!

This episode is sponsored by Baker Publishing Group, With Every Memory by author Janine Rosche:"At its heart, With Every Memory is the story of what happens when an already-broken family loses the one person holding them together. Lori Mendenhall returns home to a family she barely recognizes after the same car accident that killed her son stole the last eight years of memories from her. Lori’s once-loving husband is a stoic workaholic with questionable intentions, and her teenage daughter has been chewed up and spit out by the world following the loss of her twin brother. As Lori’s good and bad memories resurface, she must decide whether the family she’s returned to is beyond hope. "
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The effect Valley Girl (the song) had on teens at the time * The surprising old-fashioned love story (based lightly on Romeo & Juliet) * The outstanding soundtrack * The cast of the 1983 film: Nicolas Cage (Randy,) Deborah Foreman (Julie,) Elizabeth Daily (Loryn,) Michael Bowen (Tommy,) Cameron Dye (Fred,) Heid Holicker (Stacey,) Michelle Meyrink (Suzi,) Lee Purcell (Beth,) Richard Sanders (Driver’s Ed teacher,) Colleen Camp (Sarah Richman,) and Frederic Forrest as Steve Richman.

Clips used:
* Valley Girl (Frank Zappa) * Good Morning America, September 12, 1982, Moon & Frank Zappa interview) * Nina Blackwood & Frank Zappa on MTV October 1981 * Valley Girl 1983 trailer) * “I’m totally not in love with you!” * “Let’s get out of here.” * Meeting Julie’s dad * Homecoming fight scene * Music: Melt With You by Modern English

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Book Vs. Movie:
Rumble Fish
The 1975 Novel Vs. the 1983 MovieRusty James is a 14-year-old kid in Tulsa, Oklahoma, who lives a troubled life in 1975’s Rumble Fish, written by former teen sensation S.E. Hinton who published her first work (the YA classic The Outsiders while a freshman in college in 1967.

James spends his days getting into fights, hanging out with best friend Steve, trying to find time for his girlfriend Patty, and, most of all, idolizing his older brother, The Motorcycle Boy. The events leading up to his time in the reformatory make up for the main action, and the audience sympathizes with a kid who can’t seem to catch a break.
The 1983 film was co-written and directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Simultaneously, he created The Outsiders adaptation, which would become a cult classic. With some of the same cast members (including Matt Dillon and Diane Lane) and the addition of Mickey Rourke, Nicolas Cage, and Dennis Hopper--Coppola aims for a French New Wave look and feel. Filmed on video and in black and white, the movie has been a mainstay at film festivals and retrospectives for decades.
With her flair for getting into the minds of her teen subjects and realistic portrayals of angst and loneliness--Hinton is a legend in the world of YA Fiction, and her films remain popular with her fans.

So what are the main differences between the book and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The background of S.E. Hinton and her unusual career * The changes Coppola made with the original story. * The cast of the 1983 film: Matt Dillon (Rusty James,) Mickey Rourke (The Motorcycle Boy,) Diane Lane (Patty,) Dennis Hopper (Father,) Diana Scarwid (Cassandra,) Vincent Spano (Steve,) Nicolas Cage (Smokey,) Chris Penn (BJ Jackson,) Lawrence Fishburne (“Midget,”) William Smith (Officer Patterson,) Glenn Withrow (Biff,) Tom Waits (Benny, the Bartender,) Sofia Coppola (Donna,) and S.E. Hinton in a cameo performance.

Clips used:
* The Motor Cycle Boy talks about his mother in California * Rusty Jones commercial (1982) * Rumble Fish 1983 trailer * Planning a rumble * Dillon and Lane talk about an artistic choice of Coppla’s (Criterion Channel) * Rusty and Steve talk * Rusty, The Motorcycle Boy and Father * The Motorcycle Boy and Rusty at the pet shop * Music: Stewart Copeland & Stan Ridgeway's “Don’t Box Me In”

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Book Vs. Movie: The Children’s Hour
The 1934 Play Vs. the 1936 ("These Three") & 1961 AdaptationLillian Hellman’s first play, The Children’s Hour, caused a sensation in 1934 when it debuted on Broadway with the tale of two schoolteachers accused of being lesbians when homosexuality was illegal in much of the U.S. The show was so scandalous that a Chicago run was canceled. Hellman always stated that the play's moral was about the power of lies and how they can affect an entire community.
In 1936, Hellman wrote the screenplay for its first adaptation, These Three, starring Merle Oberon, Miriam Hopkins, and Joel McRea, jettisoning the lesbian subplot. It was directed by William Wyler, who reluctantly allowed the changes due to the Hays Code but was eager to take on the material again one day.

In this episode, the Margos talk about the 1936 & 1961 adaptations with most of the original script intact, both directed by Wyler.
The story takes place in New England with two friends who run an all-girls boarding school and have a student who gossips about their relationship. While the parents are upset about having lesbians around their children, Karen and Martha fight for their careers and reputation.

What are the other differences between the original play and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* Playwright Lillian Hellman and her politics * The censoring of the original work to film * The cast of the 1961 film: Audrey Hepburn (Karen,) Shiley MacLaine (Martha,) James Garner (Joe,) Miriam Hopkins (Lily,) Fay Bainter (Amelia,) Karen Balkin (Mary,) Veronica Cartwright (Rosalie,) and Mimi Gibson as Evelyn.

Clips used:
* Aunt Lily confronts Martha * These Three trailer (1936) * The Children’s Hour (1961 trailer) * BBC 1971 play * Mary and Cousin Joe talk * The coming-out scene * Karen announces her wedding day * Music: Alex North

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Book Vs. Movie: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
The 1955 Play Vs. the 1958 Classic FilmThe Margos are feeling very Southern in this episode devoted to the work of Tennessee Williams and his personal favorite work--Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. The 1955 play was based on his 1952 short story “Three Plays of a Summer Game” and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama during its Broadway debut. The story of the Pollitt family in the Mississippi Delta and their personal grievances and torturous secrets was considered incredibly raw and racy for the conservative 1950s.
The 1955 play was directed by Elia Kazan and starred future Dallas star Barbara Bel Geddes as Maggie “The Cat” Pollitt and Ben Gazzara as Brick Pollitt. Burl Ives (“Big Daddy”) and Madeleine Sherwood (“Sister Woman”) would go on to star in the film adaptation in 1958. Bel Geddes and Kazan were nominated for the Tony Award in the original production, and the themes of homophobia, family bonds, and sexism excited audiences then and to this day.
The film was directed and adapted by Richard Brooks during a time known as the “Hays Code,” which meant the homosexual yearnings expressed by Brick Pollitt (played by Paul Newman in the movie) for his recently deceased best friend Skipper had to be downplayed. Also, the character of Maggie (Elizabeth Taylor in an Academy Award-winning performance) is more toned down and “likable” to ensure not to offend movie-goer sensitivities.
What are the other differences between the original play and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* Playwright Tennessee Williams and how this particular story evolved * The censoring of the original work to film * Why the play endures. * The cast of the 1958 film: Elizabeth Taylor (Maggie Pollitt,) Paul Newman (Brick Pollitt,) Burl Ives (“Big Daddy” Pollitt,) Jack Carson (Gooper Pollitt,) Judith Anderson (“Big Momma” Pollitt,) Madeleine Sherwood (“Sister Woman” Pollitt,) Larry Gates (Dr. Baugh) and Vaughn Taylor as Deacon Davis.

Clips used:
* Maggie & Brick talk about Skipper * Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958 trailer) * Ben Gazarra and 1955 clip Cat on a Hot Tin Roof * Brick and Big Daddy * “Mendacity” * Music: Charles Wollcott

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Book Vs. Movie:
Strangers on a Train
The 1950 Novel Vs. the 1951 Classic Film

The Margos return to Alfred Hitchcock with his classic thriller Strangers on a Train, based on Patricia Highsmith’s debut novel. The story of two men meeting up and deciding to commit double murder in just a few hours may strain credulity--but it is a fun story ride!
In the novel, budding architect Guy Haines meets wealthy gadabout Charles Anthony Bruno (called Bruno throughout the book) on a train ride to Texas. Guy wants to divorce his cheating (and pregnant) wife, Miriam, to marry his true love, Anne Faulkner. Bruno has a father who wants him to grow up and be more responsible, while he would rather travel, drink, and spend his family’s money.
Bruno proposes they kill the person in their lives holding back their happiness. Guy agrees to escape the conversation and is shocked when Bruno strangles Miriam to death. Bruno now wants a favor in return.
Highsmith was a master of thrills and suspense with several books, including “The Talented Mr. Ripley” series. Her private life consisted of several relationships with both men and women, including a married psychologist who helped her with theories about sociopaths and psychopaths.

She was surprised to find her book sold to Alfred Hitchcock for $7500 and angry her agent did not ask for more. (Hitch was known for his secrecy.) The movie adaptation changed her setting from the South and Southwest to NYC and Washington, DC, and included a gay subtext about the relationship between the lead characters.

In an adapted script by Raymond Chandler and Czenzi Ormonde, Guy becomes a tennis pro who ultimately cannot go through with the killing of Bruno’s father. (Spoilers in this episode!)
What are the other differences between the book and the film? And which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* Author Patricia Highsmith * The clever plot and how it has been used over the years. * Hitchcock’s work ethic and how it influenced the film. * The cast of the 1951 film: Farley Granger (Guy,) Robert Walker (Bruno,) Ruth Roman (Anne Morton,) Leo G. Carroll (Senator Morton,) Patricia Hitchcock (Barbara Morton,) Kasey Rogers (Miriam,) Marion Lorne (Mrs. Anthony,) Jonathan Hale (Mr. Anthony,) Howard St. John (Capt. Turley,) John Brown (Professor Collins,) Norma Varden (Mrs. Cunningham) and Robert Gist as Detective Hennessey.

Clips used:
* Pitch for “the perfect murder” * Strangers on a Train (1951 trailer) * Bruno and Guy meet * Bruno at home with his mother * Miriam goes bye-bye * Guy’s alibi * Bruno touches a guest * Music: Dimitri Tiomkin

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Book Vs. Movie: The Last Picture Show
The Larry McMurtry 1966 Novel Vs. the 1971 Peter Bogdanovich FilmThe Margos put on a Texas-sized episode of Book vs. Movie with The Last Picture Show--both the 1966 novel by Larry McMurtry and the 1971 film by Peter Bogdanovich. Both tell the tale of lonely people living in a forgotten Texas city with barely enough room for their hopes and dreams.
McMurtry was a native of Archer City, Texas, born in 1936. When he was young, his family did not own many books and relied on oral storytelling to pass the time. A graduate of both the University of North Texas and Rice University, he would go on to create the town of Thalia as a stand-in for his native land to become the “Thalia: A Texas Trilogy,” which includes Horseman, Pass By (adapted into the 1963 Hud,) Leaving for Cheyenne (adapted into the film Lovin’ Molly in 1974) and 1966’s The Last Picture Show.

He would go on to win a Pulitzer Prize for Lonesome Dove, and his status as a top-notch writer and collector of antique books held throughout his life.
The story of Sonny, Duane, Jacy, Ruth, Billy, and more would become a huge part of the film culture. The movie earned over $20 million at the box office on a small production budget and eight nominations for Academy Awards in 1972. It is listed in the United States National Film Registry.

At the time of production, the town of Archer City (named Anarene in the film) was scandalized by both the book and the movie. By the time the 1990 sequel Texasville was filmed in the same location and most of the original cast, the town had forgiven them all for the risque material.
So between the short story and movie--which did the Margos like better?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The bios of McMurtry & Bogdanovich * The differences between the book and movie * Peter Bogdanovich on Dick Cavett 1971 * Karina Longworth’s Polly Platt series on You Must Remember This * The cast of the 1971 film: Timothy Bottoms (Sonny,) Jeff Bridges (Duane,) Cybill Shepherd (Jacy,) Ben Johnson (Sam the Lion,) Cloris Leachman (Ruth Popper,) Ellen Burstyn (Lois,) Eileen Brennan (Genevieve,) Clu Gulager (Abilene,) Sam Bottoms (Billy,) Randy Quaid (Lester Marlow,) Gary Brockette (Bobby,) Sharon Taggart (Charlene,) and Bill Thurman as Coach Popper.

Clips used:
* “Going to Mexico” * The Last Picture Show (1971 trailer) * School Fight Song * Broken Bottle Fight * “Never You Mind” * Texasville (1990 Trailer) * Music: “Cold, Cold Heart” by Hank Williams

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Book Vs. Movie: Blow-Up
**The Julio Cortazar Short Story Vs. the Michelangelo Antonio Movie

The Margos are feeling very mod today with this particular episode. We talk about Michelangelo Antonini, one of the most revered directors of the 1960s & 1970s, with a Palm d’Or, the Golden Lion, the Golden Bread, and the Golden Leopard among his film accomplishments. 1966’s Blow-Up is his biggest English language hit, and it captured the New Wave movement in modern filmmaking.
The original story is from Julio Cortazar in a short story titled “Las Babas del Diablo,” written in 1959. The symbolism-heavy story is told with several unreliable narrators and the artist's relationship to their medium. Our protagonist is Roberto, a French-Chilean translator who loves photography and may or may not be connected to reality. He remembers watching a middle-aged woman in a park with a teenage boy. Is she procuring him for an older man? Roberto takes photographs and obsesses over the crime about to happen.
The 1966 film (Antonioni’s first English-speaking production) follows Thomas (David Hemmings,) a fashion photographer in demand who obsesses over antiques and modernism. The movie also stars Vanessa Redgrave as a woman being photographed by Thomas in a clinch with an older man. She tries to seduce the roll of film from him after following him home. But he keeps the original and discovers, after blowing up the negatives) that he might have uncovered a murder.
Thomas travels through underground London (via The Yardbirds) and the pastoral field, seeking the truth.

So between the short story and movie--which did the Margos like better?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:*
The bios of Antonioni & Cortazar * The mod movement of the 1960s London. * The cast of the 1966 film: David Hemmings (Thomas,) Vanessa Redgrave (Jane,) Sarah Miles (Patricia,) John Castle (Bill,) Jane Birkin (the Blonde,) Gillian Hillis (the Brunette,) Peter Bowles (Ron,) Veruschka von Lehndorff (herself,) Jimmy Page (The Yardbirds,) Jeff Beck (The Yardbirds) and Keith Relf vocalist for The Yardbirds

Clips used:
* Vanessa Redgrave and David Hemmings * Blow-Up (1966 trailer) * Thomas directs models * Thomas instructs Jane to move against the beat * The Yardbirds in Blow-Up * Jane Birkin models * Music: Blow-Up soundtrack, Herbert Hancock

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Book Vs Movie: “What’s Love Got to Do With It” (1993)
Tina Turner’s 1986 Autobiography “I, Tina” Vs. the Angela Bassett Film
RIP Tina! (1939-1983)

With Tina Turner finally being nominated for a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nomination as a solo artist--the Margos decided now was the time to take a look at her life story (up to the age of 46) with her 80s bestselling autobiography (co-written by Kurt Loder!)

“I, Tina” and compare it with the 1993 film “What’s Love Got to Do With It.” Anna Mae Bullock of Natbush, Tennessee, began her life sticking out in her Baptist choirs as a child and grew up to be one of the biggest stars in the world. From the moment she met Ike Turner--her life went on a trajectory of fame, struggle, acclaim, and abuse to reaching the Guinness World Book Of Records for the World’s Largest Playing Audience at 180,000.

The movie based on “I, Tina,” was directed by Brian Gibson and stars Angela Bassett and Tina Turner, and Laurence Fishburne as Ike Turner, focusing mainly on their marriage and career highlights. Both actors were nominated for Academy Awards for their performances, and the film was a financial and critical success at the time. So between the autobiography & movie--which did we like better? In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The life story of Tina Turner * How Hollywood changed the narrative to fit a more conventional telling of the rock biopic. * The cast: Angela Bassett (Tina Turner,) Laurence Fishburne (Ike Turner,) Phyllis Yvonne Stickney (Alline Bullock,) Sherman Augustus (Reggie,) Vanessa Bell Calloway (Jackie,) Khandi Alexander (Darlene,) Penny Johnson Jerald (Lorraine Taylor,) and Rob LaBelle (Phil Spector.)

Clips used:
* What’s Love Got to Do With It trailer * Tina escapes to another hotel * “Rolling on the River” * Music by Tina Turner

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Book Vs. Movie:
Dragon: The Bruce Lee StoryThe Shannon Lee Book/Memoir Vs. the 1993 BiopicBruce Lee is one of the biggest martial artists of all time and created the style Jeet Kune Do, which caused controversy within the martial arts community. As a Chinese-American, he wanted to spread the word to anyone eager to learn and not keep secrets. He also believed in pushing himself to the limit in everything he did, which caused friction in Hollywood and Hong Kong film communities.

Born Lee Jun-fan November 27, 1940, in San Francisco and raised in Hong Kong by parents who tried to keep their smart, energetic son who would get into street fights in the 1950s. After being sent back to America to get his act together, Lee became more interested in school (mainly history and philosophy) and brought his new martial arts ideas to eager Bay Area students to Seattle.
After demonstrating his new brand of Kung Fu in a 1964 championship in Long Beach, California, Hollywood came calling for Lee. His early years as a child movie actor in Hong Kong came in handy with his series The Green Hornet, playing sidekick Kato. Though it only lasted one season, it helped gain a worldwide fan base.

Heading back to his childhood home, Lee produced, wrote, and acted in several films that are now considered Kung Fu classics, including The Big Boss & Fists of Fury. When he passed mysteriously on July 20, 1973, he was still producing what would become his biggest film, Enter the Dragon.
His death at the age of 32 by Cerebral Edema has been explored dozens of times over the last fifty years, with the latest theory being he had too much water in his system, and his kidneys could not function properly.
The irony is that we are pairing the 1993 movie Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story (starring Jason Scott Lee and Lauren Holly) with Shannon Lee’s 2020 book Be Water My Friend: The Teachings of Bruce Lee. One of his key philosophies was to “be like water” in dealing with all aspects of life.
Linda Lee wrote her account of Lee’s life in 1989’s The Bruce Lee Story, co-written with her ex-husband. (We have thoughts about his later Lee books and claims!) Shannon helped produce the excellent documentary “30 For 30: Be Water” and How Bruce Lee Changed the World.
So between the book and movie--which did the Margos like better?
In this ep, the Margos discuss:
* The life of Bruce Lee * Why 50 years after his death, and why is he still a superstar all this time later? * Quentin Tarantino’s use of Lee in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood * The cast of the 1993 film: Jason Scott Lee (Bruce Lee,) Lauren Holly (Linda Lee,) Robert Wagner (Bill Krieger,) Luoyong Wang (Yip Man,) Michael Learned (Viven Emery,) Nancy Kawn (Gussie Yang,) Lim Kay-tong (Phillip Tan,) Ric Yong (Bruce’s father,) Sterling Macer (Jerome Sprout,) Van Williams (The Geen Hornet,) and Rob Cohen as the director.

Clips used:
* “Conquer your fears” * Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story (1993 trailer) * Bruce fights sailors in Hong Kong * Bruce fights students in Seattle * Linda’s mother is not happy about this romance * Bruce defeats his demon * "Be Water My Friend" * Music: Randy Edelman

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Book Vs. Movie: Laura
The 1943 Novel Vs. the 1944 Classic FilmThe Margos continue with the 1940s with the film noir genre--Laura starring the gorgeous Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, Clifton Webb, and Vincent Price. Based on the 1943 novel Ring Twice for Laura by Vera Caspary, the story of the mysterious Laura Hunt, who is found murdered (or was she?), was initially serialized in Collier's magazine in October and November 1942. It became a hit novel and was released as an Armed Services Edition to the troops in World War 2.
Narrated in the first person, “Laura” is going murdered at her apartment door with her face left unrecognizable. Detective Mark McPherson tries to find her killer and focuses on her former lover, Waldo Lydecker, and her finance Shelby Carpenter. In the middle of the investigation, Laura shows up, surprised that someone was killed in her place. So who is the real victim and killer?
The movie, directed by Otto Preminger, brings Gene Tierney as Laura, and from there, the character of Lydecker changes from an obese restauranter to a lanky writer who works in his tub. Dana Andrews plays the detective who falls in love with Laura (and who can blame him?!)
The film's production had intense disagreements between the movie studio, the actors, the directors hired, and even columnist Walter Winchell had a say in the plot. But it is now considered a movie classic.
So between the book and movie--which did the Margos like better?
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The life of writer Vera Casparay * The intriguing plot and why it is considered a mystery/romance picture * The troubled production * The cast of the 1944 film: Gene Tierney (Laura Hunt,) Dana Andrews (Mark McPherson,) Vincent Price (Shelby Carpenter,) and Judith Anderson playing Ann Treadwell.

Clips used:
* “Laura” (1944) theme * Mark McPherson calls Laura a “dame.” * Christopher Cross “Laura” * Laura (1945 trailer) * Mark McPherson meets Waldo Lydecker * Laura meets Shelby * “The interrogation scene” * Music: David Raskin and Johnny Mercer

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Book Vs. Movie: The Thin Man
The Dashiell Hammett Novel Vs. the 1934 Classic FilmThe Margos are looking for actors with chemistry and witty banter, so we had to dive into the fabulous world of Nick and Nora Charles and The Thin Man. What began as a feature in Redbook magazine in December 1933 turned into a best-selling novel by one of the most important writers of the 20th Century--Dashiell Hammett.

We discussed Hammett when talking about The Maltese Falcon, and for several reasons, The Thin Man became his last novel. Hammett was a passionate anti-fascist who joined the Communist Party in 1937. By the 1950s, Congress investigated him before the House of Un-American Activities (HUAC), where he refused to “name names.” He went to a federal penitentiary in West Virginia and found himself impoverished afterward. His partner Lillian Hellman would go on to run his estate posthumously.
The Thin Man is a story about a former New York City police officer (Nick Charles) who marries a wealthy socialite (Nora Charles) and spends his time between the city and San Francisco living as a bon vivant. One day, back in NYC, he runs into Dorothy Wynert, the daughter of a former client looking for her father.

Later, we learn that his secretary (and former lover), Julia Wolf, was found murdered by his former wife, Mimi. The police think she was murdered by her gangster friend Shep Morelli. Mimi’s new husband is much younger, tall, handsome, and slim (the THIN man!) There are all kinds of banter, double-crossing hijinks, and more plot holes than you can shake a stick at.
The movie, directed by W. S. Van Dyke in 1934, stars William Powell & Myrna Loy as Nick and Nora Charles and their dog, Asta. Screenwriters Albert Hackett & Francis Goodrich simplified the plot in the first six films about the couple. Powell and Loy shine with their glamorous look, which delighted audiences during the Great Depression, and would go on to be nominated for four Academy Awards (It Happened One Night swept that year.)
So between the book and movie--which did the Margos like better?
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The backstory of Dashiell Hammett * Movies during the Great Depression * The legacy of the movie * The cast of the 1934 film: William Powell (Nick Charles,) Myrna Loy (Nora Charles,) Maureen O’Sullivan (Dorothy Wynant,) Nat Pendleton (Lt. John Guild,) Minna Gombell (Mimi Wynant Jorgenson,) Porter Hall (Herbert MacCauley,) William Henry (Gilbert Wynant,) Cesar Romero (Chris Jorgenson,) Natalie Moorhead (Julia Wolf,) Harold Huber (Arthur Nunheim,) Edward Ellis the “thin man,” and Skippy as Asta the dog

Clips used:
* The audience meets Nora Charles * The Thin Man (1934 trailer) * Nick meets Dorothy for the first time in years * Nick shoots his Christmas present * Nick fights an intruder (knocks out Nora!) * Music: William Axt * Radio production, RCA 1936 The Thin Man

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Book Vs. Movie: The Best Years of Our Lives
The MacKinlay Kantor Novel Vs. the 1946 Classic FilmThe Margos continue their journey through post-WW2 America with one of the most celebrated movies of the 20th Century--The Best Years of Our Lives. The film was based on the novel Glory for Me by MacKinlay Kantor, who wrote the story of wounded GIs dealing with trauma in blank verse form. He started as a war correspondent in London and flew in some bombing missions.

Glory for Me was an unglamorous look at what war makes people do to survive the experience and struggle to live a “normal” life afterward. He based his characters on real soldiers he had met while on his assignments and was passionate about telling the truth. Kantor eventually won the Pulitzer Prize in 1956 for Andersonville, a Confederate prisoner-of-war camp.

He was unhappy with director William Wyler’s take on his work which he felt was sanitized and disrespected actual war veterans.
Wyler had flown in combat missions over Europe on the Memphis Belle and had his ideas on how to tell the story he set in fictional Boone City. He hired top actors Dana Andrews, Myrna Loy, Teresa Wright, and WW2 veteran Harold Russell, who suffered a debilitating injury while serving in WW2.

The movie would go on to win a slew of Academy Awards (including two for Russell!) and is considered a classic.

So between the book and movie--which did the Margos like better? In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The backstory of MacKinlay Kantor * Literature surrounding WW2 * The legacy of the movie * The cast of the 1946 film: Myrna Loy (Milly Stephenson,) Frederic March (Al Stephenson,) Dana Andrews (Fred Derry,) Teresa Wright (Peggy Stephenson,) Virginia Mayo (Marie Derry,) Hoagy Carmichael (Butch Engle,) Harold Russell (Homer Parrish,) Cathy O’Donnell (Wilma Cameron,) Roman Bohne (Pat Derry) Marlene Aames (Luella Parrish,) and Gladys George as Hortense Derry.

Clips used:
* Fred leaves (opening clip) * The Best Years of Our Lives original trailer * Homer comes home * Virginia Mayo as Marie Derry * Hoagy Carmichael as Uncle Butch * “And for what?” * The BIG wedding scene * Music: Hugo Friedhofer

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Book Vs. Movie:
The Little Foxes
The Lillian Hellman 1939 Play Vs. the 1941 Bette Davis Film

Playwright Lillian Hellman is one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th Century who had a complicated life filled with love affairs and massive success and was the toast of Broadway for works such as The Little Foxes, The Children’s Hour and Watch on the Rhine. She was also a House Committee on Un-American Activities (HUAC) pariah and was called a liar by author Mary McCarthy on The Dick Cavett Show in 1979. Between controversies and celebrations, she had a 30-year relationship with fellow writer Dashiell Hammett and had many of her works adapted into film. The New Orleans native lived HARD in her 79 years before passing in 1984.

The Little Foxes is a semi-autobiographical tale of a 1900 Southern family scheming to gain wealth by any means possible. Regina Hubbard Giddens (played by the legendary Talulah Bankhead on Broadway) is a woman who is married to a man she despises (Horace) and has two brothers (Benjamin and Oscar) who have family money that she wants to get her hands on. His many health problems interfere with her good time.

The title comes from the Song of Solomon of the King James Bible: “Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes.”

William Wyler directed the 1941 movie and followed closely with the original material (save for a few fewer racial slurs!) Wyler and MGM head Samuel Goldwyn loved the original production but felt that Bankhead would not draw in an audience like Bette Davis (who was extremely reluctant to take the part.) Much of the original Broadway cast did make it to the film, including Dan Duryea and Patricia Collinge.

Wyler and Davis (former lovers) fought throughout the production, with Davis insisting on her changes to the story and wearing heavy makeup to look older.

Forty years later, she put up with having a difficult reputation with widely known easygoing journalist Mike Wallace in 1980 for 60 Minutes.

The film would go on to be a hit and would earn 9 Academy Award nominations.

So between the play and movie--which did the Margos like better?
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The life of Lillian Hellman and her cantankerous spirit * The story of The Little Foxes and the changes between the play and film * How the HUAC changed Hollywood and Broadway * Greer Garson in The Little Foxes 1956 Hallmark Hall of Fame * The cast of the 1941 film: Bette Davis (Regina Giddens,) Herbert Marshall (Horace Giddens,) Teresa Wright (Alenadra “Zannie” Giddens,) Richard Carlson (David Hewitt,) Dan Duryea (Leo Hubbard,) Patricia Collinge (Birdie Hubbard,) Charles Dingle (Ben Hubbard,) Jessica “Jessie” Grayson (Addie,) and John Marriott as Cal.

Clips used:
* “I hope you die” * Cynthia Nixon as Birdie (2017) * Laura Linney as Birdie (2017) * Bette Davis talks about meeting with Tallulah Bankhead * The Little Foxes (1941) trailer * Richard Carlson teases Teresa Wright * “When we’re very rich.” * Regina watches Horace keel over * Music: Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes

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Book Vs. Movie:
Octopussy
The Ian Fleming Short Story Vs. the 1983 Roger Moore Bond

The Margos are feeling very Bond--James Bond that is with 1983’s Octopussy based on a short story by Ian Fleming in the posthumously released Octopussy and The Living Daylights. Fleming, a former British Agent and the creator of Bond, passed away in 1964; he had left several short stories and novels that helped to continue the brand, including comic strips printed in newspapers worldwide. (We can’t promise not to giggle about the title throughout the episode!)

Major Dexter Smythe was a hero in the Second World War and was implicated in a murder scheme and a cache of Nazi gold. In the original story, Bond is a secondary character, and we learn about the tragic life of Smythe. He is a man of only 56 but acts like 96 with loss and alcoholism chasing him through life. Smythe killed a man and let him rot for 15 years under a glacier, so there is that. His pet is an octopus, and Bond allows him the opportunity to either turn himself in or take his own life. While looking for a scorpion fish to feedOctopussy, he stung to death and dragged into the water. All to be eaten by his beloved pet. Bond declares it is an accidental death and moves on.

This film brings Roger Moore back into the part of Agent 007 as he fights Russians, Maud Adam as Octopussy--a “wealthy businesswoman and smuggler” in Udaipur, India. The rest is two hours of jaw-dropping stunts, exotic locations, and fewer puns than expected.

So between the short story and movie--which did the Margos like better?

In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The life of Ian Fleming and the many variations of Bond over the last 60+ years * The “plot” of this story * The cast of the 1983 film: Roger Moore (James Bond,) Maud Adams (Octopussy,) Louis Jordan (Kamal Khan,) Kristina Wayborn (Magda,) Kabir Bedi (Gobinda,) Steven Berkoff (General Orlov,) Vijay Amritaj (Vijay,) Lois Maxwell (Moneypenny,) and Desmond Llewelyn as Q.

Clips used:
* Bond meets Octopussy * Octopussy 1983 trailer * Bond meets (and beats!) Kamal Khan * Octopussy and her girl gang * Music: All Time High by Rita Coolidge and Tim Rice

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Book Vs. Movie:

**Rear WindowThe 1942 Short Story Vs. the 1954 Classic Film

The Margos are swooning throughout this episode for one of the greatest movies of all time, adapted from a short story by a very interesting (and prolific) author. Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window is one of his finest works based on the short story; It Had to be Murder by Cornell Woolrich.
Woolrich is considered one of his generation's best mystery/suspense writers, with dozens of titles making it to movie adaptations, including The Bride Wore Black, Night Had a Thousand Eyes, Mrs. Winterbourne, and Original Sun. He was so proficient as a writer of novels, screenplays, and short stories he had two noms de plumes--William Irish & George Hopley.
A lonely man (he once dedicated a book to his hotel room), when he passed in 1968, he left his work to his alma mater Columbia University which eventually helped change the copyright laws. (See Sonny Bono Copyright Term Extension Act, 1998.)
The story's bones are the same as the film: an injured man stuck in his apartment becomes a “peeping tom,” spying on his neighbors and being grumpy to “Sam,” who is paid to help him. Our protagonist believes he has witnessed a murder across the street and is trying to get the police to take him seriously.
The 1954 adaptation was shot on the Paramount Studio lot with a full-sized apartment building courtyard to mimic the real thing in Greenwich Village. James Stewart plays LB “Jeff” Jeffries, a photojournalist who is home recovering from a broken leg. Jeff must wear a cast for one more week before returning to his adventurous life. He passes the time by snooping on his neighbors across the courtyard.
Grace Kelly plays his impossible beautiful girlfriend from the upper crust society who is trying to get a commitment from Jeff. (He negs her constantly, which makes ZERO sense!) Jeff wants to see Lisa be more adventurous when he thinks he witnesses a murder across the courtyard.
Thelma Ritter plays his nurse Stella, and the trio becomes detectives trying to figure out a sweaty salesman played by Raymond Burr (pre-Perry Mason) who may have made his wife disappear--permanently.
This film lost out to many major awards to On the Waterfront (it was a contender!) However, time has turned it into a masterclass of direction, sound, editing, acting, and writing.
The Margos debate between the original short story and the classic film--which did we like more?
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
The backstory of writer Cornell Woolrich * The work of Alfred Hitchcock * The cast of the 1954 film: James Stewart (LB “Jeff” Jefferies,) Grace Kelly (Lisa Carol Tremont,) Wendell Corey (Tom Doyle,) Thelma Ritter (Stella,) Raymond Burr (Lars Thorwald,) Judith Evelyn (Miss Lonelyhearts,) Ross Bagdarasian (the songwriter,) Miss Torso (Georgine Darcy,) and Irene Winston as Mrs. Thorwald.

Clips used:
* Stella talks with LB Jeffries * Rear Window Original 1954 trailer * James Stewart gets the binoculars * Lisa shows up * Lisa gets caught snooping. * Raymond Burr tosses Jimmy Stewart out the window * Music: Franz Waxman

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Book Vs. Movie: Touch of Evil
**The 1956 novel Badge of Evil Vs. the 1958 Film Noir Classic

The Margos dive right back into one of our favorite genres--film noir! The 1958 Orson Welles’s directed film Touch of Evil is based on a 1956 novel by Whit Masteron titled Badge of Evil. The book sold reasonably well at the time, but at the time, the movie was given mixed reviews due to Welles not staying until the final edit process.
In 1998, a “re-cut” of the film was based on a 58-page memo Welles had sent to the studio 40 years previously is now considered a modern classic and one of the last true “film noirs” to be released.
Whit Masterson was the nom de plume of two writers--Wade Miller and Will Daemer who wrote more than 30 books together (including Kitten With a Whip in 1964!) Their original story is about a man, Rudy Linneker, killed by a dynamite blast at this home. His daughter Tara stands to make $2 million and is engaged to someone her father disapproved of before her death. There are other suspects, including Ernest Farnum, a disgruntled employee who improbably confesses.
Detectives Leron McCoy and Hank Quinlan are considered “legends” in Los Angeles for their excellent work, and Assistant District Attorney Mitch Holt is suspicious. The rest of the story is a mish-mash of double-crossing police and families in danger, with several lives and careers ruined while exposing hypocrisy and crime in the L.A. police.
Orson Welles was given this project as a B Movie and decided to take apart the story and rebrand it as his vision moving the book action from San Diego to the U.S. & Mexico border. Our protagonist (played by Charlton Heston) was renamed Miguel Vargas and played in “brown face” to serve Welles’s theme of racism and American relations with Mexico.
34-year-old pre-Psycho Janet Leigh rounds out the cast as Vargas’s new bride, Susan Vargas, pre-Duel Dennis Weaver as the Night Manager, and an array of top-notch character actors played by a multi-racial cast.**

Stars like Zsa Zsa Gabor, Keenan Wynn, and Marlene Dietrich agreed to work for union pay to help keep on budget.
The Margos debate between the novel and the classic film--which did we like more?
In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The backstory of the movie * The theme of drag in popular culture and how it is being weaponized currently * The cast of the 1958 film: Charlton Heston (Ramon Miguel Vargas,) Janet Leigh (Susan Vargas,) Orson Welles (Police Captain Hank Quinlan,) Joseph Callaeia (Sgt. Pete Menzies,) Akin Tamiroff (Uncle Joe Grandi,) Joanna Cook Moore (Marcia Linnekar,) Ray Collins (District Attorney Addair,) Dennis Weaver (the Night Manager,) Zsa Zsa Gabor (Strip-club owner,) Marlene Dietrich (Tana,) Mercedes McCambridge (gang leader) and Joseph Cotton as a coroner.

Clips used:
* “You Have No Future” * Touch of Evil 1958 trailer * Acid attack scene * Are you wearing a wire? * Nightclub shakedown * Welles and Dietrich * Music: Touch of Evil opening title sequence with music by Henry Mancini

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Book Vs. Movie: Kinky Boots
**The True Story Behind the 2005 Movie & 2013 Broadway Musical (and the 2019 movie!)

The “Month of Musicals” concludes with Kinky Boots, the true story of a footwear company in Earls Barton, North Hamptonshire, UK--WJ Brooks. The factory was in Steve Pateman’s family for decades when in the 1990s, they started losing money to the cheaper, faster competition. Pateman appeared on BBC’s Trouble at the Top documentary showing how his company switched to creating boots for transvestites who needed more security when they stood in high heels. The collection expanded to “kink wear,” dubbed “Kinky Boots” by the BBC producers, and the story took off.
In 2005, director Julian Jarrold and writers Geoff Deane and Tim Firth brought the story to life (unfortunately, the factory had to close in 2000.) Joel Edgerton plays Charlie Price (the Steve Patemen substitute), and Chiwetel Ejiofor’s Lola is an amalgam of several drag queens that were customers of WJ Brooks's “Divine, Provider, and Lady Provider” brands.**

The film has an amazing soundtrack, and Ejiofor was nominated for a Golden Globe.
Harvey Fierstein wrote the book for the musical with legendary talent Cyndi Lauper creating the music and lyrics before its debut in Chicago in 2013. The production would go on to be a smash Broadway hit, earning six Tony Awards and with productions around the world.
The Margos debate between the film and the musical to try and decide which we like more!
In this ep the Margos discuss:
The backstory of the movie * The theme of drag in popular culture and how it is being weaponized currently * The cast of the 2005 film: Joel Edgerton (Charlie Price,) Chiwetel Ejiofor (Lola,) Sarah-Jane Potts (Lauren,) Jemima Rooper (Nicola,) Nick Frost (Don Burton,) Linda Bassett (Melanie,) Robert Pugh (Harold Price,) and Ewan Hooper as George. * The cast of the original 2013 Broadway show: Stark Sands (Charlie Price,) Billy Porter (Lola,) Annaleigh Ashford (Lauren), and Lena Hall as Nicola. * The original London cast*: Killian Donnelly (Charlie Price,) Matt Henry (Lola,) Sophie Wright (Lauren,) Teagan Wouters (Nicola,) and Joe Kosky as Don.

Clips used:
* “Burgandy!!” * Kinky Boots original 2005 trailer * “Whatever Lola Wants” Chiwetel Ejiofor * Arm wrestling with Lola * “These Boots Are Made for Walking” Chiwetel Ejiofor * Kinky Boots 2013 Broadway trailer * Kinky Boots 2013 Tony Awards Billy Porter * “Land of Lola” Kinky Boots: The Musical (2019) Matt Henry * Music: Raise You Up International Pride Cast Reunion 2020 Billy Porter & Co.

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Book Vs. Movie:
La Cage Aux Folles & The Birdcage

**The Original Film and Broadway Musical Vs. the 1996 Film

The “Month of Musicals” continues with the 1996 film The Birdcage, which took its influence from the play turned into Broadway musical La Cage Aux Folles. The original 1973 french play takes place in Saint-Tropez, where a gay couple meets an ultra-conservative family member. It was a huge hit in Paris, playing for over a year in 1973, and was made into a film in 1978.
Originally written by Jean Poiret, the original played in Paris for over 1800 performances with Poiret and Michell Serrault as the leads Georges and Albin, aka “Zaza.” The 1978 film had Italian actor Ugo Tognazzi as the lead playing Renato Baldi to Serrault’s Albin. It played to art houses across America. Poiret wanted to film the American version of the film, so he refused to sell the rights to the play but had no problem selling it as a musical.
Grease producer Allan Carr helped bring the project to Broadway as a musical, with Harvey Fierstein writing the book. Jerry Herman (Hello Dolly & Mame) was a revered lyricist and songwriter who provided the music. Director Arthur Laurents helped to make the 1983 production a massive success, with the song “I Am What I Am” becoming a gay anthem.
It’s important to remember what the culture was like in 1984, and having a gay married couple running a drag nightclub being the protagonists was a huge deal in the Queer community. The idea that 40 years later, we have to fight ugly stereotypes about gay people and drag culture is dispiriting, but we are allies who will sing the work's praises. AND point out the hypocrisy happening in the news cycles today.
The original production won the 1984 Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Book, Best Original Score, and in 2004, Best Revival of a Musical. (And in 2010 as well!)
No less than comedy powerhouses Elaine May and Mike Nichols wrote and directed the 1996 filmed nonmusical adaptation, which stars Robin Williams and Nathan Lane as Arman and Albert Goldman. They run the most popular club in Miami and live with their housekeeper Agador (Hank Azaria). Their son Val (ugh--this character is the one bad spot in an otherwise joyous film) wants to marry his college girlfriend. Still, her parents are conservatives who fear his senate run will be badly affected by being associated with “that lifestyle.” (Some of this is dated and distressingly familiar.)
Which did we like better between the previous versions of the story and the 1996 film?
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
The backstory of La Cage Aux Folles * The era of the 80s and how gay people were played in pop culture * The work of Nichols & May * The cast of the 1996 Movie: Robin Williams (Armand,) Nathan Lane (Albert,) Gene Hackman (Senator Kevin Keeley,) Dianne Weist (Louise Keeley,) Dan Futterman (Val Goldman,) Calista Flockhart (Barbara Keeley,) Hank Aazaria (Agador Spartacus,) and Christine Baranski as Katharine Archer. * The cast of the original Broadway show: George Hearn (Albin,) Gene Barry (Georges,) and John Weiner as Jean Michel.

Clips used:
* Albert rehearses with Armand * The Birdcage 1996 trailer * George Hearn 1984 Tony Awards Awards “I Am What I Am” * Albert rehearses with his “love goddess.” * “Mrs. Coleman” shows up * Music: The Goldman Girls We Are Family

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Book Vs. Movie: Hairspray
The 1988 John Waters Movie Vs. the 2007 Adaptation
**“Musicals in March”

The Margos continue their look at “Musicals in March” with the John Waters classic Hairspray, which started with the 1988 movie starring Rikki Lake, Divine, and Debby Harry. Based on his experiences of being a fan of the 1957-1964 Baltimore teen dance TV program--The Buddy Deane Show, Waters was a huge fan of R&B music. On the Buddy Deane show, the dancers were integrated, unlike Dick Clark’s American Bandstand, which was based out of Philadelphia at the same time.
Baltimore Magazine April 1985 by John Waters "Ladies & Gentleman: The Nicest Kids in Town!”
Being a self-described “Super Fan” of the show, the director has a well-known career as an avant-garde-loving and bizarre artist who loves things that are in bad taste. His interest in something as wholesome as Buddy Deane made him think about writing a more accessible film about a group of teen dancers/local TV stars who fight racism and oppression with their love of music and dance.
Given a modest budget of $2.8 million, the film was a box office hit, and the critics loved this new era of John Waters with even bigger hits in the 90s Cry-Baby & Serial Mom. Waters continues to write and direct his work and is very popular as an actor who appears in everything from Law & Order to The Marvelous Mrs. Maisles.
In 2002, the musical version premiered in Seattle with music and lyrics from Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman and the book by Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan. Hit is not a big enough word for this adaptation's success in the 2000s. It won eight Tony Awards (including Best Musical) in 2003 and broke all box office records in London’s West End in 2008.
The 2007 movie was directed by Adam Shankman and stars John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Christopher Walken and continues the big box office that started with the original 1988 film.
What are the differences between the original and the latest version of the story of the AMAZING Tracy Turnblad? Which do we like best? Have a listen!
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
John Waters, Divine, and Baltimore * Waters ventures into more “family-friendly material.” * The music used in both films * 1988 cast: Ricki Lake (Tracy Turnblad,) Divine (Edna Turnblad,) Debbie Harry (Velma Von Tussle,) Sonny Bono (Franklin Von Tussle,) Jerry Stiller (Wilbur Turbland,) Leslie Ann Powers (Penny Pingleton,) Colleen Fitzpatrick (Amber Von Tussle,) Michael St. Gerard (Link Larkin,) Clayton Prince (Seaweed Stubbs,) Cyrkle Millbourne (L’il Inez,) Ruth Brown (Motormouth Maybelle,) Shawn Thompson (Corny Collins,) Mink Stole (Tammy Turner,) and Josh Charles as Iggy * The 2007 cast: Nikki Blonsky (Tracy Turnblad,) John Travolta (Edna Turnblad,) Michelle Pfeiffer (Velma Von Tussle,) Amanda Bynes (Penny Pngleton,) Christopher Walken (Wilbur Turnblad,) Queen Latifah (Motormouth Maybelle,) James Marsden (Conry Collins,) Brittany Snow (Amber Von Tussle,) Zac Efron (Link Larkin,) Elijah Kelley (Seaweed,) Allison Janney (Prudence Pingleton,) and Jerry Stiller as Mr. Pinky.

Clips used:
* Hairspray (1988) “Corny Collins auditions.” * Hairspray (1988) trailer * The Von Tussle house (1988) * John Waters as Dr. Fredrickson * The kids meet “Beatnicks” (1988) * Hairspray (2007) trailer * John Travolta’s Baltimore accent * Edna & Wilbur “You’re Timeless to Me” * “You Can’t Stop the Beat” (2007) * Music: Hairspray by Rachel Sweet

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Book Vs. Movie: Hedwig and the Angry Inch
**The 1999 Off-Broadway Musical Vs. the 2001 Movie“Musicals in March”

The Margos kick off “Musicals in March 2023” with one of the best rock musicals based on a gender-bending lead c character--Hedwig and the Angry Inch created by multi-hyphenates John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask.**

Created in the late 1990s Off-Broadway, is the tale of misfit Hedwig Robinson who began life as Hansel Schmidt in Germany and became a famous-ish rocker in middle America.

**On her way to stardom, she interacts with the audience, talking about her life and how she wound up with an “Angry Inch.”

The musical was a massive hit in 1998, starting with various music as its center and gradually becoming an original soundtrack--Hedwig was THE cool show to see on Jane Street in the late 90s.
Mitchell wrote and directed the film adaptation in 2001, and Hedwig remains a popular show with none other than Neil Patrick Harris filling her shoes on Broadway.
Between the original and the adaptation, which did we prefer? Have a listen to find out!
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
The backstory of Hedwig and her creators * Musicals on Broadway in the late 1990s * Director John Cameron Mitchell * The cast: John Cameron Micthell (Hedwig,) Miriam Shor (Yitzhak,) Stephen Trask (Skszp,) Andrea Martin (Phillis Stein,) Michael Pitt (Tommy Speck) and Alberta Watson as Hedwig Schmidt.

Clips used:
* Hedwig introduces “Wicked Little Town.” * Hedwig and the Angry Inch 2001 trailer * “Wig in a Box’ * Neil Patrick Harris in 2014 * Tommy and Hedwig drive in NYC * Music: Tear Me Down by Hedwig and the Angry Inch

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Book Vs. Movie:
BlacKkKlansman
**The True Story Ron Stallworth

The Margos visit the world of nonfiction with the too-nutty-to-not-be-true story of retired police officer Ron Stallworth who in the late 1970s infiltrated the Kuy Klux Klan in Colorado Springs, Colorado. On his journey, he met racists throughout the region who were not precisely clever but had designs of terrorizing nonwhites and Jewish people. After his assignment, he transferred to work at the Utah Department of Safety--never speaking about the job until after retirement.
His 2014 book Black Klansman: A Memoir explains how and why he joined the Colorado “Organization” and how it felt to be the only person of color on the police force. We also learn how the KKK planned to bomb gay bars and cross-burnings throughout Colorado Springs. During his recruitment process, Stallworth spoke with the Grand Wizard, David Duke, and even took a photo with the noted racist creep.
Director & screenwriter Spike Lee and producer Jordan Peele adapted the memoir into a 2018 film starring John David Washington, Adam Driver, and Topher Grace that won wide praise was a box office hit and earned Lee an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. This is a case of taking real life and creating an audacious and funny story.
Between the memoir and the adaptation, which did we prefer? Have a listen to find out!**

In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The real story of Ron Stallworth and his police undercover activities * David Duke and the KKK in the 70s & 80s * Director Spike Lee and his work * The cast: John David Washington (Ron Stallworth,) Adam Driver (Flip Zimmerman,) Laura Harrier (Patrice Dumas,) Corey Hawkins (Kwame Ture,) Topher Grace (David Duke,) Jasper Paakkonen (Felix Kendrickson,) Ryan Eggold (Walter Breachway,) Ashlie Atkinson (Connie Kendrickson,) and Corey Hawkins as Kwame Ture.

Clips used:
* The KKK calls Ron * BlacKkKlansman trailer * Stokely Carmichael/Kwame Ture (played by Corey Hawkins) * David Duke finally “meets” Ron over the phone * Sidney Poitier as Jerome Truner * “Ron” gets his picture taken with David Duke * Music: Too Late to Turn Back Now (Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose)

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Book Vs. Movie:
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
**The August Wilson Play Vs. the 2021 Movie

Pittsburgh native August Wilson (1945-2005) is one of the most successful playwrights of the 20th Century; with a collection of works that came to be known as The Pittsburgh Cycle, he won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama twice in his career and was inducted into American Theater Hall of Fame in 2006. His 1984 work Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom is the subject of today’s episode.
Gertrude Pridgett (Ma Rainey’s birth name) was dubbed the “Mother of the Blues” for her outrageous stage presence and ability to hold audiences in her trance. The Blues being one of America’s native art forms, the combination of the gospel with jazz music enticed the world with the earliest recordings featuring African American culture and is revered to this day. Rainey learned the ropes of show business through her husband “Pa Rainey” and was a mentor to a young Bessie Smith.
Wilson’s 1984 play is a fictional account of Rainey attending a recording of her work at a Chicago studio in 1927. By this time in her career, her known toughness and business acumen were legendary, and when she takes center stage in the story--it's hard to take your eyes off her. The studio musicians (Levee, Toledo, Cutler, and Slow Drag) watch her handle recording executives getting rich from her talent. The older group members want to warn young Levee of the harsh realities of the early 20th-century world.
The 2021 film is the final film for Chadwick Boseman, who plays Levee Green, and the Netflix production is dedicated to his memory. Viola Davis plays the role of Ma Rainey with a fierceness that emanates throughout the movie.
Between the original play and the adaptation, which did we prefer?
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
August Wilson’s career * The significance of “The Pittsburgh Cycle.” * Denzel Washington taking the work of August Wilson to HBO * The cast: Viola Davis (Ma Rainey,) Maxayn Lewis (Ma Rainey singing voice,) Chadwick Boseman (Levee Green,) Glynn Turman (Toledo,) Colman Domingo (Cutler,) Michael Potts (Slow Drag,) Johnny Coyne (Mel Sturdyvant,) Taylour Paige (Dussie Mae,) Jeremy Shamos (Irvin,) and Dusan Brown as Sylvester.

Clips used:
* Ma needs her Coke * Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom trailer * Ma Rainey sings Black Bottom * Levee confronts the band * “He stepped on my shoe!” * Music by Ma Rainey Moonshine Blues (1923)

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Book Vs. Movie: Duel
**The Richard Matheson Short Story Vs. the Steven Spielberg TV Movie

In 1971, a 24-year-old budding director named Steven Spielberg was given a story by his assistant. This fiction story appeared in a recent issue of Playboy magazine, written by one of his favorite Twilight Zone writers, Richard Matheson. The story Duel was about a man driving through the California desert being chased by an evil trucker with a big rig with murder on its mind.
Matheson based it on an incident on November 22, 1963, when he was tailgated by a truck on his way home from a gold game. For years he tried to sell the story to TV but was turned down everywhere he pitched. To prepare for the short story, he drove from Los Angeles to Ventura, California, and recorded everything he saw.
Our protagonist is never named in the story, and we have no idea why the driver is chasing him.
Spielberg was looking to direct TV movies that were giant rating machines then and managed to get the gig with a $450,000 budget and only ten days to make it all work. In the end, he made a masterpiece that became a sensation in the early 1970s, including a 90-minute version released in Europe soon after.
Dennis Weaver gives an intense performance, and the stunt work by Dale Van Sickel and Carey Loftin help make this film a “must-watch” for all fans of Spielberg and/or movie thrillers
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
The backstory of Speilberg’s early television career * The outdoor shooting and stunt driving involved * The influence Duel had on movie making * The cast: Dennis Weaver (David Mann,) Jacqueline Scott (Mrs. Mann,) Eddie Firestone (cafe owner,) Lou Frizzel (bus driver,) Eugene Dynarski (man in cafe,) Lucille Benson as the “Lady at Snakerama.”

Clips used:
* Dennis Weaver (talks to himself at the cafe) * Duel original TV spot * Dennis Weaver confronts a trucker * Dennis Weaver at the phonebooth scene * Steven Spielberg (behind-the-scenes interview) * The truck crash scene and sounds * Music by Billy Goldenberg

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Book Vs. Movie: 12 Angry Men

**The 1954 Teleplay Vs. the 1957 Classic Film

The Margos close out a month of theatre vs. films with 12 Angry Men, which began as a teleplay in 1954 and was adapted to film by Sidney Lumet, with Henry Fonda serving as the lead actor and producer of the 1957 movie. The story centers on a young man who is accused of stabbing his father to death, and a group of 12 jurors must decide if he is guilty of premeditated murder, which carries a death sentence.
Writer Reginald Rose came up with the idea while serving jury duty in New York City and found the process “solemn” and “impressive.” The first airing on Studio One was September 20, 1954, with stars Robert Cummings, Franchot Tone, George Veskovec, Joseph Sweeney, and Norman Fell. Rose won an Emmy Award for his screenplay.
Henry Fonda produced the wok in 1957 with Sidney Lumet, and the low-budget affair failed to make a profit. Until he died in 1982, Fonda never received any money for his work or performance. But he rightly considered it one of his best.
The film stars some of the best character actors of the time and earned multiple Academy Award nominations (Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay) but competed in the same year as The Bridge on the River Kwai, which swept all of the major awards in 1957. In this episode, the Margos discuss the significant differences between the teleplay and the movie and try to decide which we like better.
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
The backstory of the original TV production * The strict demands of filming on one set * The case being tried and how it is picked apart * The cast: Martin Balsam (Juror 1,) John Fielder (Juror 2,) Lee J Cobb (Juror 3,) E.G. Marshall (Juror 4,) Jack Klugman (Juror 5,) Edward Binne (Juror 6,) Jack Warden (Juror 7,) Henry Fonda (Juror 8,) Joseph Sweeney (Juror 9,) Ed Begley (Juror 10,) George Voskovek, (Juror 11,) and Robert Webber as Juror 12.

Clips used:
* The first count * 12 Angry Men 1957 trailer * The knife scene * Kids these days * These days * Music by Kenyon Hopkins

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Book Vs. Movie: Casablanca
**The 1940 Play Vs. the 1942 Classic Film

This January, we are saluting plays that were turned into films, and this episode covers one of the most beloved and celebrated films of all time--Casablanca. Yes, it was a play first by playwrights Murray Burnett and Joan Allison, who was offered $20,000 in 1940 (over $300,000 in today’s costs) for their story about a cafe in Africa helping refugees seek asylum in America during WW2.
The timing between the movie’s release in 1942, as the war effort in Northern Africa, was gaining and America was no longer playing neutral in the international crisis with Germany and Japan, was not a coincidence. The film was rushed into production to promote America’s armed forces and the people fleeing Europe from the Nazis.
Everybody Comes to Rick’s has the basics of the film’s plot, with two former lovers meeting again at Rick’s cafe. Rick and Lois met in Paris before the Germans invaded France and became illicit lovers. Two years later, Rick has a “gin joint” in Casablanca (Rick’s Cafe) and assists people looking to exile into America. His friend is a piano player who goes by the name “Rabbit,” and he gets visits from former Parisian residents like Luis Rinaldo. Lois is married to a man named Victor Lazlo, and they are fleeing from the Nazis.
They have a song, As Time Goes By, and reminisce about their affair in Paris. In the end, Rick helps Lois and her husband leave Casablanca while he takes off for parts unknown with Italian buddy Luis Rinaldo.
Burnett and Alison could not find a Broadway producer for the play, so they sold the rights and went on with their lives, not realizing the movie would go on to be a Hollywood classic, winning several awards and with a screenplay people quote 80 years later. Worse, their contributions would not be recognized. Eventually, they were able to put on their play in 1991.
The film stars Humphrey Bogart as Rick Blaine and Ingrid Bergman as his love interest--Ilsa Lund. The rest of the cast includes dozens of immigrants and refugees who felt passionate about the project. Casablanca is considered one of the best examples of propaganda in American film. We feel silly justifying how wonderful it is, but that is what we do at Book Vs. Movie!
In this episode, the Margos discuss the significant differences between the book and the play and try to decide which we like better. (It’s not going to be close!)
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
The backstory of the play and movie * The international cast and what the world was like during filming * The differences between the play and the movie * The cast: Humphrey Bogart (Rick,) Ingrid Bergman (Ilsa,) Paul Henreid (Victor Lazlo,) Claude Rains (Captain Louis Renault,) Conrad Veidt (Major Heinrich Strasser,) Sydney Greenstreet (Signor Ferrari,) Dooley Wilson (Sam,) and Peter Lorre as Signor Ugarte.

Clips used:
* Rick meets up with Ilsa in Casablanca * Casablanca trailer * “Everyone Comes to Rick’s,” an international cast * Rick’s backstory by Renault * Lazlo and Ilsa arrive at Rick’s * Ilsa asks Sam to play “her song.” * Peter Lorre scene * Play it again, Sam * “Die Wacht am Rhein” vs. “La Marseillaise” * Rick sends Ilsa and Lazlo away * As Time Goes By, music and lyrics by Herman Hupfeld and sung by Dooley Wilson

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Book Vs. Movie: Biloxi Blues
**The 1984 Neil Simon Play Vs. the 1988 Mike Nichols Film

The Margos continue their month of plays in January (we have “Musicals in March”) with Neil Simon’s middle offer of the “Eugene Chronicles” with 1984’s Biloxi Blues. The story is a fictionalized version of the life of Simon about Eugene Morris Jerome of Brooklyn, NY, and his time as an enlisted soldier in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Starring Matthew Broderick (who played the role of Eugene in every chapter), the play was an instant hit earning Tony Awards for Best Play and Best Featured Player to Barry Miller (Arnold Epstein.) Broderick was awarded his first Tony Award as Eugene Jerome in Brighton Beach Memoirs in 1983. Miller also won the Theatre World Award and the Drama Desk Award in 1985 for Biloxi Blues, which may be why he was NOT invited to the movie. Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert would later pan the film for not hiring Miller.
The critics loved the comedy and performances, as well as Simon’s outward discussion of the treatment of Jewish people at the time.
Mike Nichols directed the 1988 film that was a huge hit as part of a wave of 1980s films set in the military. (See Stripes, Private Benjamin, and Good Morning, Viet Nam.)
In this episode, the Margos discuss the significant differences between the book and the movie and try to decide which we like better.
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
The work of Neil Simon & the “Eugene Trilogy.” * The controversy of not casting Barry Miller * The significant differences between the play and the movie * The 1985 Broadway play: Matthew Broderick (Eugene Jerome,) William Sadler (Sgt. Toomey,) Barry Miller (Arnold Epstein,) Penelope Ann Miller (Daisy,) Randall Edwards (Rowena,) Matt Mulhern (Wykowski,) Alan Ruck (Carney,) Geoffrey Sharp (Hennesey) and Brian Tarantina as Selridge. * The 1988 film: Matthew Broderick (Eugene Jerome,) Christopher Walken (Sgt. Toomey,) Markus Flanagan (Selridge,) Matt Mulhern (Wykowski,) Corey Parker (Epstein,) Casey Siemaszko (Carney,) Michael Dolan (Hennesey,) Penelope Ann Miller (Daisy) and Park Overall as Rowena)

Clips used:
* Opening Clip * Barry Miller wins a TONY * Biloxi Blues original 1988 trailer * Detail Attention * Epstein combats Toomey’s methods. * Eugene meets Daisy * Toomey threatens Epstein * The “bet scene.” * Biloxi Blues epilogue * Music by Pat Suzuki “How High the Moon”

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**Book Vs. Movie: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf The Edward Albee 1962 Play Vs. the 1966 Mike Nichols Film

The three-hour anger fest that is Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf is one of the most celebrated and controversial of the 1960s. Edward Albee’s 1961 play is about middle-aged couple George & Martha, who have been drinking and battling for years, and one unfortunate evening they have with new friends Nick & Honey. It caused a stir at the time for its “racy” language, the three-hour runtime, and its intense performances by Uta Hagen, Arthur Hill, Ben Piazza, and Melinda Dillon.
The play was a sensation and broke box office records. So much, so that afternoon performances were added to meet the demand. It won the Tony Award and the New York Drama Critics Circle in 1963. The same year, it was up for a Pultizer Prize for Drama but lost due to its “profanity and sexual themes.” (There was no prize given that year.)
Mike Nichols directed the 1966 film with Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, who ate up each scene with their unique partnership of love, hate, and movie-star charisma. (Their real-life love story is another whirlwind of multiple marriages, addiction, and pain.) George Segal and Sandy Dennis play Nick and Honey, and the entire cast and most of the production received Academy Award nominations. (Taylor and Dennis won)
Jack Valenti of the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) said this was his first controversial film under his reign. Words like “screw” and “hump” were considered scandalous and had to be deleted from the script.
The story of George and Martha is one of the significant cultural landmarks of the 20th Century, with several productions over the past 60 years and several parodies, from The Carol Burnett Show to The Simpsons.
In this episode, the Margos discuss the original play and the 1966 adaptation and try to decide which we like better.
In this ep the Margos discuss:*
The work of Edward Albee * The legend behind the title of the play * The significant differences between the play and the movie * The 1966 cast: Elizabeth Taylor (Martha,) Richard Burton (George,) George Segal (Nick,) and Sandy Dennis as Honey

Clips used:
* Opening Clip * Who's Afraid of Virginia Wolf? 1966 trailer * Martha degrades George * George “shoots” Martha * Martha and Nick dance * Nick talks about boxing * “I swear if you existed, I would divorce you!” * One day it snaps… * Music by Alex North

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Book Vs. Movie: "The Poseidon Adventure" (1971)
The differences between the super gross book and the entertaining movie (We are not going to hide our bias here!)

At Book Vs. Movie, whenever people say, "Duh--the book is always better than the movie!" the Margos would say, "yeah--have you ever read Jaws?" Well, now we have another book-to-movie adaptation that features a horrible, racist, sexist, homophobic, and misogynistic novel that became a fun hit film.

Sportswriter Paul Gallico helped many stories become excellent films, including Pride of the Yankees, The Snow Goose, and the musical stage Carnival! He wrote over 40 books, numerous short stories, and dozens of T.V. and movie scripts. He began his career working for the New York Daily News sports desk and later became a prolific travel writer spending 10,000 miles on the road in the U.S. for Reader's Digest.

In 1969, he published The Poseiden Adventure to little fanfare. The tale of a wayward ship sunk while traveling to Africa features some of the most loathsome characters we have ever had the displeasure of reading. (The audiobook featuring narration by actor Dylan Baker makes it slightly more palatable.)

Trigger warning: This story features a character being raped who then comforts her attacker and wishes she was pregnant by him. (Seriously!)

The movie by producer Irwin Allen and director Ronald Neame became an instant classic which began a slate of many disaster films in the 1970s. It would become the highest-grossing film of 1973, grossing over $125 million worldwide. It won an Academy Award for best special effects and best original song "The Morning After."

Our lead actor is Gene Hackman as Reverand Frank Scott who is a renegade preacher who turns into a hero for the passengers of the S.S. Poseidon (partly filmed on the RMS Queen Mary.) at the time, he was a hot property after the success of The French Connection, and his performance is very passionate. Co-star Shelley Winters won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Belle Rosen--a middle-aged swimmer who gives her life to protect the survivors. (Spoiler!) Please listen to find out our real feelings between the book & movie, as this one will go down as one of our biggest takedowns of a horrible piece of work. In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The writing career of Paul Gallico * How genuinely terrible this book is and why you should not read it. * The special effects of the film and how it changed disaster films of the future * The cast: Gene Hackman (Reverand Frank Scott,) Ernest Borgnine (Mike Rogo,) Red Buttons (James Martin,) Carol Lynley (Nonnie Parry,) Roddy McDowell (Acres,) Stella Stevens (Linda Rogo,) Shelley Winters (Belle Rosen,) Jack Albertson (Manny Rosen,) Pamela Sue Martin (Susan Shelby,) Eric Shea (Robin Shelby,) and Leslie Nielsen (Captain Harrison)

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Book Vs Movie: “The Homecoming: A Christmas Story” (1971)
The Basis of the Waltons TV Series Started as a TV Movie!

The Margos decided to get into the Depression-era holiday spirit with a look at “The Homecoming: A Christmas Story,” which was written by author & creator of The Waltons TV series--Earl Hamner, Jr. Hamner has a fascinating career as a writer with several scripts of “The Twilight Zone” including the famous The Bewitchin’ Pool, (the very last episode of the original American series.) He also created the 80s TV nighttime soap Falcon Crest!) In between, he wrote the 1961 novel Spencer’s Mountain, which became a movie starring Henry Fonda and Maureen O’Hara as Clay and Olivia Spencer. They play a couple living in the Grand Teton Mountains in Wyoming, and their eldest son “Clay-Boy” is set to become the first in his family to go to college. Ten years later, he wrote “The Homecoming,” which told a similar story with a twist--the Walton family was based in the Blue Ridge mountains during the depression. The TV movie was on December 19, 1971, in the U.S. and was such a big hit--it was immediately turned into a TV series. Hamner narrated every episode, which ran for almost ten years, and started the phrase “goodnight John-Boy!” In this episode, the Margos talk about the author, his original novella, and the 1971 TV movie, and try to decide which we like better. Have a listen! In this ep the Margos discuss:
* The interesting life of Earl Hamner, Jr. * The casting of Patricia Neal as Olivia Walton and why she was not hired for the series * The major differences between the movie and the novella * The cast: Patricia Neal (Olivia Walton,) Richard Thomas (John-Boy Walton,) Edgar Bergen (Grandpa Walton,) Dorothy Stickney (Grandma Walton, ) Cleavon Little (Hawthorne Dooley,) Andrew Duggan (Big John Walton,) and Judy Norton (Mary Ellen Walton.)

Clips used:
The Homecoming trailer * An early ad for The Homecoming* * Olivia Walton is suspicious of John-Boy * Earl Hamner, Jr opening scene narration

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Book Vs. Movie: The Little Mermaid
**The Hans Christian Anderson Story Vs. the 1989 Disney Classic

The Margos continue “Disney in December” with the all-time classic 1989 animated feature The Little Mermaid, which began as a fairy tale by Danish author Hans Christian Anderson in 1837. The film was responsible for bringing Disney studios back into animation leaders after decades of so-so films and losing top artists to rival companies.
The original story is about a mermaid who lives in an underwater kingdom with her sisters, her father (a Mer-King), and her grandmother, who instructs her that when she is 15 years old, she can swim to the surface to see the world above. Her sisters (who are all older than her) can visit the land for only one day per year. The mermaid (who is never given a name) longs to visit more often and is obsessed with a statue of a human man on the ocean floor.
When she finally rises, the Mermaid can see a man (a prince!) on shore, and she falls in love. As luck would have it, his ship wreaks, and she can save him from drowning. As she waits for him to wake up on the shore, a young woman from a nearby temple comes over. She is given credit for saving him, and the Little Mermaid becomes despondent.
This is when we learn that mermaids can live up to 300 years undersea, and then they turn into sea foam--without a soul to go to heaven. The Little Mermaid visits a sea which tells her she will give her human legs if she trades with her beautiful voice. Mermaid makes this deal and goes to land. Unfortunately, her new legs feel like daggers as she walks, and the prince likes her well enough, but he loves the woman from the temple whom he thinks saved him from the shipwreck.
The Little Mermaid is told by her sisters (who gave up their long hair to the sea witch to get the formula to bring her back underwater) if she visits the prince and his new bride on their honeymoon on a ship, she can stab him in the heart and she will become a mermaid again.
Instead, she throws a knife into the water and becomes an “Air Fairy,” If she does good deeds for 300 years, she will go to heaven.
The Disney version retells the tale with one of the best villains EVER--Ursula, voiced by the fabulous Pat Carroll and supposedly based partly on the late drag performer Divine. This mermaid is named Ariel, and Alan Menken's music and Howard Asman's lyrics are some of the most memorable in film history. (Try getting “Kiss the Girl” out of your head!) It made hundreds of millions at the box office, and little girls have been cosplaying Ariel for decades. She’s not exactly a feminist icon--but the film is a delightful confection and the last of the handpainted Disney films.
In this episode, we get into the history of the 1989 film and the children’s fairy tale and discuss their differences. Then we choose which we each like better!
This episode is sponsored by:
Kensington Books and the Rebecca Zanetti novel You Can Hide.
Set up against the backdrop of the Pacific Northwest, FBI agent Laurel Snow strives to navigate her complicated family life when her newly discovered sociopathic half-sister becomes the target of a dangerous killer. The Blacklist meets The Profiler meets Justified is how it is described as laurel believes her sister (Abigail) was behind the mysterious disappearance of their father. Abigail shows up to claim someone is out to kill her, and then dead bodies turn up in the icy Sauk River--her sister seems to be the only connection.
This book has romance (in the form of Fish and Wildlife Captain Huck Rivers), action, family drama, suspense, and thrills.**

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In this ep the Margos discuss:*
Hans Christian Anderson’s interesting life * The significant differences between the book and the movie * Disney's post-Little Mermaid success and how it changed the perception of animation * The 1989 cast: Jodi Benson (Ariel,) Christopher Daniel Barnes (Prince Eric,) Pat Carroll (Ursula,) Kenneth Mars (King Triton,) Samuel E. Wright (Sebastian,) Jason Marin (Flounder,) Buddy Hackett (Scuttle,) Paddi Edwards (Flotsam and Jetsam,) Ben Wright (Sir Grimsby,) Edie McClurg (Carlotta,) Will Ryan (Harold,) and Rene Auberjonois as Chef Louis.

Clips used:
* Opening Clip with King Triton * The Little Mermaid original 1989 trailer * Ariel sees Eric for the first time * Kiss the Girl * Ariel and Ursula * Sebastian and King Triton * Under the Sea * Music by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman

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Book Vs. Movie (2019 Replay) The Polar Express

The Margos take a wild ride into the classic 1985 children’s book and compare it to the 2004 Robert Zemeckis Film. It’s our last new episode of the year, and we had to celebrate with one of our most requested titles ever--The Polar Express from author/illustrator Chris Van Allsburg. The book has sold millions of copies since its 1985 release (one million by 1989 alone!), and it's only 32 pages, so we only have a few beautiful things to say about it. But what about the 2004 film starring Mr. Tom Hanks? We have feelings about this movie, kids--and we want to know what YOU think in the comments below. So between the book & movie--which did we like better? Have a listen to find out! In this ep the Margos discuss:
* Chris Van Allsburg's amazing career * The basic differences between the book & movie * The cast of the movie Tom Hanks ( Hero Boy, Father, Santa Claus, Conductor, and Hobo,) Leslie Zemeckis (Mother, Sister Sarah,) Eddie Deezan (Know-It-All,) Nona Gaye (Hero Girl,) Peter Scolari (Billy-Lonely Boy,) and Micheal Jeter (Smokey.)

Clips Featured:
* The Polar Express trailer * “When Christmas Comes to Town” (Glen Ballard & Alan Silvestri) * “Rocking on Top of the World” by Steven Tyler * Outro music “Believe” by Josh Groban

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Book Vs. Movie: The Bishop’s Wife

The 1928 novel by Robert Nathan Vs. the 1947 Classic Cary Grant Film

It’s December at Book Vs. Movie, and we are excited about covering holiday-themed films, including this selection--The Bishop’s Wife. The original novella was written by Robert Nathan in 1928 and is the story of a preacher, Henry Boughman, who dreams of building a huge cathedral at the expense of his relationship with his wife, Julia.

An angel, Michael, appears to help Henry and his family learn that family & love is more important than status. In the meantime, Michael Falls in love with Julia and is distraught to hear they can never have a “mortal love.” Julia decides to try for another baby to fulfill her needs.

The book is an exploration of faith with vivid conversations between the preacher and a Jewish businessman and Professor Wutheridge, who both wish to find out the source of why he is so single-focused on religious expression.

The movie features child actors from the recently released It’s a Wonderful Life. It took some liberties from the book and focused more on the possible romance of Julia and “Dudley” (Cary Grant in a typically amazing performance).” The film was directed by Henry Koster and stars David Niven and Loretta Young.

So, which did we prefer between the original story and the movie?

This episode is sponsored by Kensington’s newest romance novel by acclaimed South African author Therese Beharrie, And They Lived Happily Ever After, about a romance novelist, Gaia Anders, who has an active dream life. Everything she dreams she puts into her stories doubles as her love life. Gaia’s waking life can’t compare to her dreams.

Her childhood was incredibly lonely, and she is very shy about romance until she meets her best friend’s brother, Jacob Scott. Jacob is a workaholic with no time for relationships, but he crushes hard for Aiden and wonders how to get her attention. Jacob has his demons to conquer as he begins to share his dreams with Gaia literally.

Can they find love while uncovering personal hard truths?

The story takes place in modern-day Cape Town, South Africa, and you can follow her on ThereseBeharrie.com. Follow the hashtag #OwnVoices Rom-Com to learn about Therese and other romance authors of color.

In this ep the Margos discuss:

The life of writer Robert Nathan and his famous relatives
The theme of religious devotion in the early 20th Century in the U.S.
The main differences between the novella & film.
Starring: David Niven (Bishop Henry Brougham,) Loretta Young (Julia,) Cary Grant (Dudley,) Monty Woolley (Professor Wutheridge,) James Gleason (Sylvester,) Gladys Cooper (Mrs. Agnes Hamilton,) Elsa Lanchester (Matilda,) Sarah Haden (Mrs. Duffy,) Karolyn Grimes (Debby,) and Robert J. Anderson.

Clips used:

Cary Grant meets Debby
The Bishop’s Wife trailer
The kids play snowball
Dudley flirts with Julia
Preacher Henry gives a sermon
Music by The Robert Mitchell Boys Choir

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Book Vs. Movie: Snow White
The Grimms Fairy Tales Version Vs. the 1937 Disney Classic

In December, we cover Disney and what better adaptation to discuss than one of the greatest feature-length animated films of all time? 1937’s Snow White is considered a masterpiece of storytelling by Walt Disney, who believed in the future of animation and created a studio empire with the popularity of the film’s release.

The original story starts with Grimm’s Fairy Tales, a collection of 1800s and earlier stories that were passed down from generation to and were often violent and today might be labeled “too scary” for kids. The Brothers Grimm (Jacob & Willhelm) Their first collection was published in 1812, and the brothers fought for decades to teach and discuss German history and folklore and unified the German language. Their active years were from 1812-1858.

For context, France invaded Germany at the time, and the brothers wanted to save their culture and traditions. Later, they were seen as a building block for Germany which attempted to rule the world twice in the 20th Century.

Snow White’s origin story is that of a little girl with a stepmother jealous of her beauty. The stepmother is an evil Queen and sends a huntsman to kill her (she is seven years old, by the way) and bring back her lungs and liver as proof. The huntsman loses his nerve and instead sets her free in the woods. She spent the next ten years taking care of seven dwarves.

When the Evil Queen discovers Snow is alive, the queen (who practices black magic) schemes to kill her through a few different methods, finally having a poisoned apple as a successful weapon. The dwarves put Snow in a glass coffin and guard her. Eventually, she meets a Prince who saves her life, and they wed.

Disney first saw the story as a silent film in 1915 and was determined to bring it to the big screen. The effort took hundreds of people, dozens of $5 “gags,” millions of film cells. The movie was called “Disney’s Folly” for its rumored $1.5 million budget. However, it was a smash hit from the start and is now considered one of the greatest movies of all time.

So between the Fairy Tale and the 1937 film? Have a listen to find out!

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In this ep the Margos discuss:
Grimm Brothers and antisemitism
The major differences between the book and the movie
Walt Disney and his first big feature hit
The 1937 cast: Adriana Caselotti (Snow White,) Lucille La Verne (Evil Queen,) Harry Stockwell (The Prince,) Pinto Colvig (Grumpy & Sleepy,) Scotty Mattraw (Bashful,) Billy Gilbert (Sneezy,) Eddie Collins (Dopey,) Moroni Olsen (The Magic Mirror) and Stuart Buchanan as the Hunstman.

Clips used:
Snow White meets the dwarfs
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs 1937 original trailer with Disney
Evil Queen finds out Snow White is alive
Evil Queen offers poisoned apple
“Heigh-Ho”
Music by Frank Churchill, Paul J. Smith, Leigh Harline, and Larry Morey.

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“It’s a Wonderful Life”
(2018 replay ep)

The Margos get out their hankies and talk about another holiday classic

“No man is a failure who has friends.” The Margos wanted to fit in one more holiday movie this year, and what better way to celebrate than with the number one weepie of all time--It’s a Wonderful Life? (Yes, it was based on a short story The Greatest Gift by Philip Van Doren Stern and you can read it for yourself in under 15 minutes.)

The Greatest Gift is the story of a man named George Bailey who wants to commit suicide. An unnamed stranger gives George his wish to see what life would be like if he had never been born. In the end, he chooses life. Van Doren Stern wrote this short story (which took him several years to finish) in 1944; at first, he could not find anyone willing to publish it. Eventually, he self-published 200 pamphlets and sent them as Christmas cards to family and friends.

Director Frank Capra eventually landed the property and decided to completely revamp the story to include George’s childhood and more. It is now considered a classic film, but at the time, it was a bit of a box office failure, and Capra never really had the opportunity to see how his work influenced generations of storytellers for decades now.

In this show, we discuss the differences between the short story and the film. Which version did the Margos like better? Check out the link below to find out!

In this ep the Margos discuss :

The backstory of author Phillip Van Doren Stern and how his holiday pamphlet turned into a beloved movie.
Director Frank Capra and his hard work getting the film made
The stellar cast includes Jimmy Stewart (George Bailey,) Donna Reed (Mary Bailey,) Lionel Barrymore (Mr. Potter,) Thomas Mitchell (Uncle Billy,) Henry Travers (Clarence,) Gloria Grahame (Violet), and Beulah Bondi (Mrs. Bailey.)

Clips used:

It’s a Wonderful Life trailer
George and Mary sing “Buffalo Gals”
Mr. Gower hits young George
Clarence explains being “Angel Second Class”
George wants to live again
Outro Music: Buffalo Gals by The Pickard Family

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Book Vs. Movie: Freaky Friday
The Mary Rogers Children’s Classic Vs. the 1976 & 2003 Disney Adaptations

In December (because we have covered just about every holiday-themed Christmas, New Year, Thanksgiving, and Hannukah film we can find)! The Margos turn our attention to all things Disney, and this year we begin with the classic Freaky Friday by Mary Rogers, which has been adapted a few times since its 1972 publication.

Rogers, whose father was composer Richard Rogers, had a full career as a composer, screenwriter, and children’s novelist with successes on stage like Once Upon a Mattress which ran on Broadway in 1959 and later toured the world. In 1972 she contributed to the Marlo Thomas album Free to Be You and Me (William’s Doll) before completing Freaky Friday.

The story of 13-year-old Annabel Andrews, who switches bodies with her mother only to discover being a parent is much harder than it looks. Annabell finds out her father is sexist and runs her mother ragged with demands on home life. Ultimately, she discovers that it was her mother the whole time who caused the body switch to show Annabel that she has her best interests in mind.

The 1976 film stars Jodie Foster as Annabel and Barbara Harris as her mother, Ellen, with a screenplay by Rogers. One big difference is that the movie takes place in California versus New York City. Oh, and the racism casually featured in the book. (It’s a big yikes there!) It was a huge hit that garnered several Golden Globes Awards nominations.

In 1995, Shelly Long and Gaby Hoffman lead in the second adaptation. The 2003 film stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan and was a huge hit that is problematic today.

So between them all--which did we like better? Have a listen to find out!

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In this ep the Margos discuss:
The interesting life of the author Mary Rogers
The casual racism in the story and how it differs from the various adaptation
Which version do we like best?
The 1976 cast Jodie Foster (Annabel,) Barbara Harris (Ellem,) John Astin (Bill,) Patsy Kelly (Mrs. Schmauss,) Dick Van Patten (Harold Jennings,) Sorrell Booke (Mr. Dilk,) and Sparky Marcus as Ben.
The 2003 cast Jamie Lee Curtis (Tess Coleman,) Lindsy Lohan (Anna Coleman,) Harold Gould (Alan Coleman,) Chad Michael Murray (Jake,) Rosalind Chao (Pei Pei,) Mark Harmon (Ryan,) Stephen Tobolowsky (Mr. Elton Bates,) and Willie Garson as Evan.

Clips used:
“I Wish I Could Change Places with You” 1976
Freaky Friday 1977 TV Ad
Annabelle & Ellen switch
Annabel in the diner with her friends
1976 car chase scene
Freaky Friday 2003 trailer
2003 Pei Pei “Let’s Hit Her!”
Tess and Anna in the car (french fries)
Music “I’d Like to Be You for a Day”

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Christmas With the Kranks

Yes, the 2004 movie is based on a book!

The Margos have more holiday spirit than Luther & Nora Krank, the main characters of the John Grisham novel Skipping Christmas. Luther & Nora normally go all out during the holidays in equal zeal with their neighbors, who seem to think Christmas celebrations are THE most important thing in the world. (One Margo liked the movie more than the other!)

But with their daughter spending the holidays in Peru for the Peace Corps, they decide to forgo decadent spending and take a vacation on a cruise instead. Mayhem ensues.

The movie (titled Christmas With the Kranks) stars Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis as Luther & Nora Krankd and even though the film has been out for 15 years now--neither Margo has seen it before!

So between the book & movie--which did we like better? Have a listen to find out!

In this ep the Margos discuss:

John Grisham’s incredible life story and success in publishing
The basic differences between the book & movie.
The cast of the movie including Dan Aykroyd (Vic Frohmeyer,) M. Emmet Walsh (Walt Scheel,) Cheech Martin (Officer Salino,) Jake Busey (Officer Treen,) Felicity Huffman (Merry,) Caroline Rhea (Candi,) and Tom Poston (Father Zabriske.)
Our favorite scenes from the movie

Clips Featured:

Christmas with the Kranks trailer
Nora Krank gets the ham
Blair Krank (Julie Gonzalo) comes home for the holidays
Luther Krank surprises neighbor for Christmas
Outro music Run DMC Christmas in Hollis

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"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens

the 2009 Jim Carey Animated Movie

Plus, the Margos Pick Their "Top 5 Scrooge Performances"

The Margos continue their holiday celebrations with the all-time classic "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. There have been hundreds of adaptations on the theme of Scrooge and his ultimate salvation, but only one features stop-motion animation and Jim Carey so we pair the discussion with Disney's A Christmas Carol, directed by Book Vs. Movie favorite Robert Zemeckis.

We had SO much fun recording this episode!

Topics we cover here:

The Margos each pick our favorite "Scrooge" adaptation
The incredible life story of Charles Dickens and the reasons he wrote A Christmas Carol
How England changed how they celebrate Christmas after the publication
Our favorite adaptations of the work
Jim Carey’s frenetic performance

Clips used:

Sir Patrick Stewart reading

Jim Carey as the Ghost of Christmas past & Scrooge

Vanessa Williams's “Sleigh Ride”

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Book Vs. Movie: The Year Without a Santa Claus

The Rankin/Bass 1974 Classic Special Based on a Light Verse Book

For many 70s kids, the Rankin/Bass specials with their catchy music and stop motion animation, were high art. From Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer to Santa Claus is Coming to Town, their specials garnered big ratings and helped popularize holiday music. One of their most iconic specials was based on a 1956 Phillis McGinley book, The Year Without a Santa Clause which told the story of a burnt-out Kris Kringle who wanted to take leave for one Christmas.

McGinley (1905-1978) was a master of the “light verse” and used humor to describe everyday life. Throughout her writing career (as a poet and children’s author) she loved to talk about humility and living a simple, suburban life. She was not aligned with Sylvia Plath or Betty Friedan who questioned the purpose of being a woman in the 20th Century. McGinley was a lonely child who married at 32 (late for the time) and lived a Mad Men kind of life in Larchmont, NY.

The Year Without a Santa Claus was first printed in Good Housekeeping magazine and was later published as a book. Boris Karloff recorded a version for Capitol Records shortly before his death in 1969. In the story, Santa has a bad cold just before the holidays and feels like he is no longer important to kids. When the world's children learn this, they gladly send him their toys to finally give him the Christmas of his dreams. Knowing he is loved sends him back to his old Santa ways.

The TV special adds elves Jingle & Jangle, who, along with reindeer Vixen, look for children who still care about Santa. They are shot down (!) by competing Snow & Heat Misers who want to control the weather. In the southern part of the United States, they get into all kinds of trouble with some incredibly catchy tunes and performances by Shirley Booth, Mickey Rooney, and Dick Shawn. Does the spirit of Christmas win out? Duh!

So, which did we prefer between the original story and the classic TV special?

In this ep the Margos discuss:

The incredible career of Phyllis McGinley
The holiday specials of the 1960s and 1970s
Stop-motion used a form of animation.
Starring: Shirley Booth (Mrs. Claus,) Mickey Rooney (Santa Claus,) Dick Shawn (Snow Miser), and George S. Irving as the Heat Miser.

Clips used:

Boris Karloff reads The Year Without a Santa Clause
The Year Without a Santa Clause trailer
Heat Miser
Cold Miser
Santa rescues the elves
Music by Maury Laws

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Book Vs. Movie: Last Christmas
The George Michael Classic Song Vs. the 2019 Holiday Film

Happy Holidays!

The Margos have covered so many Christmas-themed episodes in the past that we had to reach out and use a classic holiday song, Last Christmas, written and produced by the late great George Michael, and talk about the adorable 2019 film adaptation written by the revered Emma Thompson.

The song is one of those “earworm” ditties that you either hate or love (similar to Paul McCartney's Wonderful Christmas Time) that several major artists have sung since its debut in 1984. It’s a holiday story about love and longing that anyone can relate to, and if you hate it, you might as well skip this episode!

Before he passed away on Christmas day in 2016 (the irony!), Michael said he would only accept Thompson as the screenwriter if it were ever made into a film. The result is a delightful mixture of wonderful acting (Emilia Clark, Henry Golding, and Michelle Yeoh,) direction by Paul Feig, a bevy of Michael’s best tunes, and gobsmacking London locations that will melt the biggest Scrooge into a puddle of holiday happiness.

Clarke plays Kate Andrich, a Yugoslavian immigrant who is having a rotten time in life. She works as an “Elf” at a year-round Christmas shop, has no place to live permanently, and is strained from her family. Eventually, she befriends Tom, a nice man who mysteriously shows up to help her learn to grow up, be more responsible, take care of her health (Kate had a heart transplant!), give back to her community working at a shelter, and finding out that her dream man is an angel who saved her life. SWOON!

Most critics don’t get it, but who cares? It’s a sweet confection! Which did we like better, the song or the movie? Listen to find out!

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In this ep the Margos discuss:
The life and career of George Michael
The durability of the song and how hard it is to write a Christmas classic
The plot twist of the movie
Margo D’s attempt to “sing” on the Troubled Waters podcast
The cast: Emilia Clarke (Kate,) Henry Golding (Tom,) Emma Thompson (Petra Andrich,) Boris Isakovic (Ivan Andrich,) Lydia Leonard (Maria Andrich,) Michelle Yeoh (Santa,) Ritu Arya (Jenna,) Jade Anouka (Alba,) Patti Lupone (customer,) and Rob Delaney as the theater director.

Clips used:
Kate talks about her heart transplant to Tom
Last Christmas 2019 original trailer
Margo D on the Troubled Waters podcast
Kate forgets to lock up the store
Kate’s family arguments
Tom drops truth bombs
Kate finds out about Tom
Kate at the Christmas concert
Music by George Michael

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Book Vs. Movie: Eyes Wide Shut
The 1999 Classic Stanley Kubrick Film Vs. The 1926 Short Story by Arthur Schnitzler

Do you know the password? The inside password? The Margos look at the 1999 Stanely Kubrick film Eyes Wide Shut, which was released after the director’s death in March and at the SAME time as The Blair Witch Project and is one of the most debated of his works. A sex drama about an impossibly beautiful couple (then married Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman), the film explores the themes of marriage, fidelity, identity, consequences, and …masks? This is either one of the best films of Kubrick’s career or the dullest. Let’s get ready to discuss!

Having bought the rights to the German author Arthur Schnitzler’s novella Traumnovelle/Rhapsody: A Dream novel in 1968, Kubrick wanted to create a masterpiece about love, sex, and identity but often felt he was not ready to film the version in his mind. When he met Cruise and Kidman in 1996, he finally met his essential “Bill and Alice Hartford,” two extraordinarily beautiful people who can convey insecurity and lust. (He tried filming with Harvey Keitel and Jennifer Jason Leigh, but they both had to leave production when he took longer than they had time to commit to the project.) The shooting began officially in November 1996 in England as Kubrick (a Bronx native) moved there in the 1970s to avoid flying to any set.

It finally wrapped in June 1998, becoming one of (if not THE) longest film production of all time. Kubrick was able to show his final version before his death, and from there, we get controversies about how “final” this version was.

The 1925 original story is very close to the filmed adaptation about a couple who attend a masquerade ball and then confess/or deal with urges to confess infidelity. The masks, orgies, and walking around in a stressful state of being are similar to the 1999 film, as is much of the original dialogue.

Which did we like better, the 1926 novella and the 1999 film? You have to listen to find out!!

In this ep the Margos discuss:
The films of the late Stanley Kubrick and why Eyes Wide Shut was so controversial
Critic's reaction to the film (including Roger Eberts’s outburst at an Eyes Wide Shut critic’s screening)
The chemistry between the leads
The explicit sex scenes and nudity
What is this story really about?
The cast: Tom Cruise (Dr. William “Bill” Harford,) Nicole Kidman (Alice Hartford,) Sydney Pollack (Victor Ziegler,) Todd Field (Nick Nightingale,) Marie Richardson (Marion Nathanson,) Sky du Mont (Sandor Szavost,) Rade Serbedzijja (Milch,) Thomas Gibson (Carl,) Vinessa Shaw (Domino,) Fay Masterson (Sally,) Alan Cumming (Hotel Desk Clerk,) Leelee Sobieski (Milch’s daughter,) Julienne Davis (Mandy,) Madison Eginton (Helena,) Abigail Good and Gary Goba (naval officer.)

Clips used:
“What’s the second password?”
Eyes Wide Shut original 1999 trailer.
Dr. Bill and Alice, before the party
Bill & Alice flirting at the party
Alice confessors her secret Danish crush
Domino meets Dr. Bill
Alice has a bad dream
Alan Cumming!
Mr. Milliach, after the party
Dr. Bill and Alice at the end
Roger Ebert in 2000
Music by Jocelyn Pook and Chris Isaak Bad Bad Thing

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Book Vs. Movie: Searching for Bobby Fischer

The true story of a chess prodigy Josh Waitzkin, his father’s New York Times article, and the 1993 film

The Margos gently enter into the world of chess (a game neither of us knows very well so, please be patient!) with Searching for Bobby Fischer. Josh Waitzkin was considered a chess prodigy when he played in tournaments around thew country as a young child. In 1985 his father, Fred Waitzkin, wrote an article for The New York Times “Fathering a Chess Prodigy” about the struggle to raise a son who is gifted in a sport/game.

Fred wants his son to achieve his dreams, but he is fearful Josh won’t be a normal kid (Josh eventually became an International Chess Master at 16.) The book Searching for Bobby Fischer came out in 1988 and the 1993 film was directed by Steven Zaillian and earned praise for its cinematography and performances.

Bobby Fischer led a very complicated (and frankly, sad) childhood as a chess champion which later turned him into a hermit. Did the chess bring on his mental illness, or was that always going to happen? Why is he an ardent antisemite and an enemy of his country? Why did he disappear for so long?

Between the 1985 article and the film--which did we like better? You have to listen to find out!!

In this ep the Margos discuss:
The controversial Bobby Fischer (1943-2008)
Josh Waitzkin & his father’s Fred’s writing career
What it means to raise a child prodigy
The cast: Joe Mantegna (Fred Waitzkin,) Max Pomeranc (Josh Waitkin,) Joan Allen (Bonnie Waitzkin,) Laurence Fishburne (Vinnie,) Ben Kingsley (Bruce Pandolfini,) David Paymer (Kalev,) William H. Macy (Tunafish father,) Dan Hedaya (tournament director,) and Laura Linney as Josh’s teacher.)

Clips used:
Max learns about the word “contempt.”
Josh Waitzkin selling his book The Art of Learning: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance (video)
Bobby Fischer on Dick Cavett's show August 5, 1971
Searching for Bobby Fischer original trailer 1993
Josh and his dad have a chat
Josh’s teacher thinks chess is like penocle
Music by James Horner

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Book Vs. Movie: Persepolis
Marjane Satrapi's Comic Autobiography Vs. the Animated Feature

The Margos this week delve into the complicated history of Iran via the life story of artist and writer Marjane Satrapi who wrote several comics under the banner of Persepolis from her early childhood to her later years as an activist.

The original work was published in French as Satrapi is part French and Iranian and spent much of her adult life in France. She had a first-hand look at the Islamic Revolution in 1979 when her family members were jailed for being activists.

Satrapi vividly recalls being forced to wear a veil, how women’s rights were taken away quickly during this time, and how this affected her education, her family situation, and the eventual war with Iraq.

The 2007 film was nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 80th Academy Awards.

Between the 2000 novel and the film--which did we like better? You have to listen to find out!!

In this ep the Margos discuss:
The life story of Marjane Satrapi
What the Margos were taught about Iran in the 1970s and 1980s
The controversy around the book being taught in schools
The American cast: Amethyste Frezignac (child Marjane,) Gena Rowlands (Grandmother,) Sean Penn (Father,) Iggy Pop (Uncle Anoush,) and Mathilde Merlot as Tina.

Clips used:
Marji in art class
Persepolis 2007 trailer
The revolution brings home Anoush
The Eye of the Tiger
Music by Olivier Bernet

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Book Vs. Movie: The Witches
Roald Dahl’s 1983 Children’s Novel Vs. the 1990 Nicolas Roeg Cult Classic Film

The Margos finish October’s month of spooky books and movies with 1983’s The Witches by Roald Dahl (a favorite of this podcast!) This is one of his last works before his death in 1990 and is based on his love for his mother, Sofie Dahl. Stephen Roxburgh edited the work, and Quentin Blake’s illustrations received great praise at the time though the story was thought to be “misogynistic.” It’s now known as a modern classic.

The story of an unnamed boy who lives with his Norweigian grandmother after his parents are killed and learns about witches who are ALL female and eat children is---intense. He learns that witches all over the world behave differently and that his being sent to an English school might make him vulnerable to the Grand Vulnerable High Witch of All the World.

The story has kids turning into mice, magic potions, wigs, pea soup, and so much more weirdness, and an ending that might be more off-putting than encouraging.

Nicolas Roeg directed the 1990 film that was considered a box office disappointment because it had a different ending than the book (happier, which Dahl completely hated and should not be a surprise considering what we knew about him) but is now considered a classic.

Between the 1983 novel and 1990--which did we like better? You have to listen to find out!!

This episode is sponsored by Kensington Books and A Ghost in Shining Armor, the novel by Therese Beharrie.

ROM-COM WITH A TOUCH OF MAGIC: This Cape Town-set rom-com is the second in
a duology about two South African sisters who were separated as children when one
was adopted and the other went into foster care. After reuniting as adults, they learn
they’ve each developed unique abilities. The previous book focused on the sister who can manifest her dreams. This book revolves around Gemma, who can see and
communicate with ghosts.
FOR FANS OF: This #OwnVoices romantic comedy is ideal for fans of authors who
have found success blending romance, comedy, and more weighty real-world issues,
such as Jasmine Guillory, Abby Jimenez, Helen Hoang, & Alisha Rai. Readers who enjoy
authors bringing new perspectives to the world of romance, such as Talia Hibbert and
Erin Sterling will also be pleased.
Once haunted . . .
Gemma Daniels has never been quite the “down to earth” woman her adoptive parents raised her to be. She even has a unique gift: she can see ghosts and likes helping them settle their unfinished business. But the hotter-than-hot stranger she impulsively
kisses on a bet is not only a phantom; he's determined to help her. And the only way Gemma can explain his presence is to pretend they’re a real-life couple.
Twice shy . . .
Levi Walker lived—and died—to save his sister. Now he’s got a second chance at life if he assists Gemma in reuniting with her long-lost sibling . . . and then never sees Gemma again. But as he starts to enjoy her irrepressible personality, he’s finding it hard to abide by any rules at all . . .
Gemma is thrilled to be getting to know her sister, but it causes a family rift she may be unable to heal. On top of that, she’s falling for a ghost with a dilemma. Levi must decide what loyalty—and living—is truly all about. Gemma and Levi must risk being real with each other to fix their mistakes if they are ever to claim true love.

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In this ep the Margos discuss:
The life of Roald Dahl
The plot of the story versus the 1990 film
The controversy around the movie and why it is considered a classic film
The cast: Anjelica Huston (Ena Ernst/The Grand High Witch,) Mai Zetterling (Helga Eveshim,) Jasen Fisher (Luke Eveshim,) Rowan Atkinson (Mr. Stringer,) Brenda Blethyn Mrs. Jenkins,) Charlie Potter (Bruno) and Jane Horrocks as Miss Susan Irvine.

Clips used:
“Maximum Results!!”
The Witches 1990 trailer
“Hello Little Bruno”
The baby carriage scene
Luke becomes a mouse
They all eat the soup
Music by Stanley Myers