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Hello folks. Last week was good in the bookshop. No real dramas, steady if not unremarkable sales, and progress on the shop looking as if it’s run by book obsessives, rather than just a bunch…

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This summer, like all summers, will bring a parade of new movies and TV series to the pop culture carnival. Here’s your chance to score some cool poi...

Spanish literature is stepping into the spotlight for film and TV adaptations, offering a treasure trove of stories for global audiences. #FilmAdaptations #SpanishLiterature

The recent release of Frankenstein (2025), directed by Guillermo del Toro and streaming on Netflix since November 7, 2025, has sparked intense discussions among fans and scholars.

Trailer offers glimpses of Matt Damon as mythological hero Odysseus, Tom Holland as his son Telemachus and Anne Hathaway as his wife, Penelope

Adapting classic literature into film is a complex task, requiring a delicate balance between fidelity to the source material and cinematic storytelling. The article explores eight adaptations praised for their accuracy, including 'The Gospel According to St. Matthew' (1964), 'The Godfather' (1972), and 'Middlemarch' (1994). These films face challenges such as condensing dense narratives, preserving dialogue, and translating archaic themes into modern contexts. For example, 'The Exorcist' (1973) maintained its source material's core while shaping horror cinema's evolution. The piece also discusses the broader difficulties of adapting older works, noting how storytelling conventions have shifted over centuries. While some argue that strict adherence to texts can feel outdated, these adaptations are celebrated for their commitment to original intent. The article highlights the cultural impact of these films, which have rekindled interest in their literary sources. However, it acknowledges the inherent limitations of film as a medium, suggesting that perfect fidelity is often unattainable. The examples provided demonstrate how filmmakers navigate these challenges, offering audiences a glimpse into the enduring relevance of classic literature.

Pulp Fiction co-writer Roger Avary wants to bring the epic poem to the big screen using the power of artificial intelligence. It can’t be any good

André Joseph and Marcos Cosme kick off a two-part exploration of television shows that made the leap to the silver screen.