Tag Archives: Based on a Novel

SS-GB (BBC) Rated TV-MA

Posted on November 12, 2021 by laurarachel4

 A British homicide detective investigates a murder in a German-occupied England in a parallel universe where the Nazis won World War II. Based on a novel by Len Deighton. Starring Sam Riley, James Cosmo, and Rainer Bock. The BBC does … Continue reading →

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Les Misérables (2018) Rated TV-14

Posted on May 4, 2019 by laurarachel4

Based on Victor Hugo’s classic novel, we follow Jean Valjean as he evades capture by Inspector Javert. Starring Dominic West, David Oyelowo, and Adeel Akhtar. Masterpiece always does a fine job at bringing novels to life. Although, they do allow … Continue reading →

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Midway to Heaven (2011) Rated PG

Posted on July 10, 2018 by laurarachel4

Ned Stevens lost his wife to cancer years ago but can’t seem to leave her memory and move on with his life. His daughter comes home from college with a new beau and believes it’s time for her father to … Continue reading →

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Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell (2015) Rated NR

Posted on July 3, 2015 by laurarachel4

Based on the best-selling novel from Susanna Clarke, Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell. Magic is long-lost in England until Mr. Norrell comes out to play, and Jonathan Strange, a novice with magic, begin a battle of the minds. Starring Bertie … Continue reading →

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The Best of Me (2014) Rated PG-13

Posted on June 23, 2015 by laurarachel4

A pair of high school sweethearts meet up again when a mutual friend passes away. Based on Nicholas Sparks’ novel  by the same name. Starring Michelle Monaghan, James Marsden, Luke Bracey, Gerald McRaney This movie was a disappointment, as so … Continue reading →

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The Paradise (PBS) Rated NR

Posted on October 10, 2013 by laurarachel4

Set in 1875, The Paradise is the first English department store. We follow Denise Lovett as she moves from small town to city life among the hustle and bustle of the store, it’s owner and employees. Based on Émile Zola’s novel … Continue reading →

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New Summer TV Shows 2013

Posted on April 23, 2013 by laurarachel4

 Goodwin Games (Fox) Three estranged siblings come together upon their father’s death. When they discover that their father left them a sizable inheritance once they answer some questions about their lives, à la Trivia Pursuit style. Premieres May 20th.  Mistresses … Continue reading →

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John Ford

Posted on May 22, 2012 by laurarachel4

 The Informer (1935) Rated NR Victor McLaglen delivers a harrowing performance as Gypo Nolan, a roistering brute during Ireland’s 1922 Sinn Fein uprising, who fingers friend Frankie McPhillip to collect a reward, then promptly fritters away the money on one night of revelry. … Continue reading →

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The Weekend (1999)

Posted on February 26, 2012 by laurarachel4

Rated NR Based on the novel by Peter Cameron. A sister-in-law still dealing with the loss of her brother-in-law spends a weekend with friends. This drama unfolds about relationships and dealing with death. Starring Gena Rowlands, Deborah Kara Unger, Brooke Shields, D.B. Sweeney, Gary Dourdan … Continue reading →

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Neverland (2011)

Posted on December 28, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated NR Peter and his pals discover a magical treasure that sends them to another world. Starring Keira Knightley, Charlotte Atkinson, Anna Friel, Bob Hoskins, Rhys Ifans, Charlie Rowe This is the story of Peter Pan before he came to … Continue reading →

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