Book Vs Movie Podcast

Margo Donohue
Book Vs Movie Podcast

Book Vs. Movie is the podcast that ponders the question: "Which was better...the book or the movie?" We spoil away the details, uncover the plot points, discuss casting choices and shower with praise (or pummel with snark) as we see fit. Hosts are Margo P. (She's Nacho Mama's Blog) and Margo D. (Creator of Brooklyn Fit Chick.com) and we are not afraid to tell it like it is!

  1. The Piano Lesson (2024) August Wilson, Denzel Washington, Malcolm Washington, & John David Washington

    2 DAYS AGO

    The Piano Lesson (2024) August Wilson, Denzel Washington, Malcolm Washington, & John David Washington

    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 filmThe 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 BoyClips 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 sceneSoundtrack for The Piano Lesson (2024)Follow us on the socials!Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D’s Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D’s Instagram...

    1h 26m
  2. The Hate U Give (2018) Angie Thomas, Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Sabrina Carpenter, & Anthony Mackie

    FEB 17

    The Hate U Give (2018) Angie Thomas, Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Sabrina Carpenter, & Anthony Mackie

    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 storyThe 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.” Follow us on the socials! Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com a...

    1h 28m
  3. The Warriors (1979) with special guest Baseball Fury Rob Ryder

    FEB 3

    The Warriors (1979) with special guest Baseball Fury Rob Ryder

    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 YurickNew York City in the 1960s and 1970sTrivia about the shooting of the filmThe 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 DeVorzonFollow us on the socials! Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com a href="http://www.brooklynfitchick.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer...

    1h 36m
  4. "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" (1985) Cyndi Lauper, Sarah Jessica Parker, Helen Hunt & Robert Hazard!

    JAN 27

    "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" (1985) Cyndi Lauper, Sarah Jessica Parker, Helen Hunt & Robert Hazard!

    Book Vs. Movie: Girls Just Want to Have Fun The Cyndi Lauper Hit Vs. the Sarah Jessica Parker Movie The 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 1980sHow the film was adapted from the songThe 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.  Margo’s upcoming book on Saturday Night Fever (pre-order!)  Clips used:“Girls” remake song and early sceneGirls Just Want to Have Fun (1985 trailer)Roger Ebert’s 1985 review of Girls Just Want to Have FunAudition scene“Dance TV”“Party invasion scene”Music by Deborah Galli with Tami  Follow us on the socials!Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D’s Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D’s Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D’s TikTok Margo D’s YouTube: @MargoDonohuea href="https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/"...

    1h 18m
  5. "Meet John Doe" (1941) Gary Cooper, Barbara Stanwyck, Frank Capra & Richard Connell

    JAN 20

    "Meet John Doe" (1941) Gary Cooper, Barbara Stanwyck, Frank Capra & Richard Connell

    Book Vs. Movie: Meet John Doe The 1922 Short Story Vs. the 1941 Film Frank 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 filmThe 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 Follow us on the socials! Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D’s Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D’s Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D’s a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer...

    1h 19m
  6. The Odd Couple (1968) Neil Simon, Walter Matthau, and Jack Lemon

    JAN 13

    The Odd Couple (1968) Neil Simon, Walter Matthau, and Jack Lemon

    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 SimonThe differences between the book & 1968 filmThe 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 Follow us on the socials!Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D’s Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D’s Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D’s TikTok Margo D’s YouTube: @MargoDonohueMargo P’s Instagram: @shesnachomama a href="https://coloniabook.weebly.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer...

    51 min
  7. 84 Charing Cross Road (1987) Anne Bancroft, Anthony Hopkins, & Helene Hanff

    JAN 1

    84 Charing Cross Road (1987) Anne Bancroft, Anthony Hopkins, & Helene Hanff

    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 memoirThe differences between the book & 1987 filmThe 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.).   Margo’s upcoming book on Saturday Night Fever (pre-order!)  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 Follow us on the socials!Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D’s Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D’s Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D’s TikTok Margo D’s YouTube: @MargoDonohueMargo P’s Instagram: @shesnachomama Margo P’s Blog : coloniabook.comMargo P's YouTube Channel: @shesnachomama Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on...

    1h 3m
  8. Scrooged (1988) Charles Dickens, Bill Murray, Bobcat Goldthwait, & the Solid Gold Dancers!

    12/23/2024

    Scrooged (1988) Charles Dickens, Bill Murray, Bobcat Goldthwait, & the Solid Gold Dancers!

    Book Vs. Movie:  Scrooged The Charles Dickens Classic Vs. the 1988 Film After 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 movieThe 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.  Margo’s upcoming book on Saturday Night Fever (pre-order!)  Clips used:Frank meets his first ghostScrooged (1988 trailer)Lester Wilson and the Solid Gold DancersCarol Kane as the Ghost of Christmas PresentBill Murray’s last speech in the filmScrooged music by Danny Elfman Follow us on the socials!Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D’s Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D’s a...

    1h 40m
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Book Vs. Movie is the podcast that ponders the question: "Which was better...the book or the movie?" We spoil away the details, uncover the plot points, discuss casting choices and shower with praise (or pummel with snark) as we see fit. Hosts are Margo P. (She's Nacho Mama's Blog) and Margo D. (Creator of Brooklyn Fit Chick.com) and we are not afraid to tell it like it is!

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