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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 settingThe 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. MadrigalTales of the City (1993 trailer)Edgar meets AnnaBrian meets Mary AnnMary Ann talks to her motherMusic 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 storyThe 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 Film

In 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 1970sThe 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 Film

The 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 Production

The 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 versionThe 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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