Many people really like to read the same books several times, but watching films made from these books is no less enjoyable. It is breathtaking, excites the heart. Currently, literature has become a source of new inspiration for many directors. And it is quite justified.
Many books have an exciting storyline, as well as correctly selected characters. Many producers understand that viewers want to see their favorite characters on screens in order to fully immerse themselves in this atmosphere.
Therefore, we bring to your attention the top 10 adaptations of books: a list of films made based on the most interesting works of talented writers.
10. Mind Games (2002)
Film "Mind games"Was filmed from a book by Sylvia Nazar. The premiere took place in 2002. The protagonist is a mathematician named Nash, who graduates from university and decides to pursue his career closely. At the university, he met a girl who later becomes his wife.
Once a strange man comes up to him who offers him cooperation. Nash agrees to work with the CIA and begins to analyze certain information. Soon he realizes that the secret agent who offered him cooperation is not as simple as it seems at first glance. But sometimes the main character seems that this guy does not exist at all, and this is only a game of his mind.
9. Requiem for a Dream (2000)
Famous movie "Requiem for a Dream"Was shot based on the novel by American writer Hubert Selby Jr.
In the film, the main character, Sarah, who lives all alone, decides to participate in one of the famous television shows. She really wants to show herself in bright light on the screen, for this she takes several tablets. But they cause not only the desired effect, but also highly addictive.
Her son himself lives from dose to dose, and the state of his mother leads him into even greater depression. Soon, he decides to use one proven tool that will save him from this addiction.
8. The Godfather (1972)
Film "Godfather"Was shot based on the novel by Maria Puzo. One of the most wonderful films that entered the 250 of the best. The main character of the film Don Corleone keeps the whole city in awe. He is the head of one of the most terrible mafia gangs.
Without him, nothing could happen in this city. But gradually working so, he completely forgets about his own family. His son, who is just returning from the war, does not want to continue the work of his father.
Soon, riots began in the city. People appear who do not want to follow the laws of this city at all.
This is one of the masterpieces of films that even young people watch to this day.
7. Where Dreams Lead (1998)
The film called "Where dreams come from"Filmed from a book by Ridard Matheson. For the most unusual visual effects, he was awarded the Academy Award.
In the center of the plot are two lovers named Chris and Annie, who accidentally meet on vacation. They surrender so much to their sincere feelings that they decide to get married. Soon they have a son and daughter. But once it happens that both children end up in a terrible car accident, after which they die.
The girl immediately falls into a terrible depression, and Chris decides to surrender to his beloved profession, so as not to think about his grief. A few years later he himself has an accident and after death his soul goes to heaven.
After some time, Ann realizes that she can not live after all this and commits suicide. Due to perfect sin, she goes to hell, but Chris, learning about this, begins to search for his wife, wanting to save her.
6. Reader (2008)
«Reader"- This is a film that was shot according to the book of the writer Bernard Schlinke. The film was shot and then dedicated to the memory of the producers who died while working.
The protagonist is a boy of 15 years old, accidentally falls in love with a woman who is many years older than him. He will go to his beloved, enjoy her until she completely disappears from his life. Exactly after 8 years, he will see her again, but under completely different circumstances.
5. Atonement (2007)
Film "Redemption"Based on the novel by Ian McEwan, which was published in 2001. It was filmed in 2007.
All the film takes place in 1935. The girl, who was only 13 years old, perfectly writes plays. A servant named Robbie is in love with her sister, but she still reciprocates. Soon, cousin Briony becomes a victim of a maniac, after which the girl realizes that Robbie is to blame.
Robbie ends up in jail, but her older sister refuses to believe it. When Robbie gets out of prison, World War II begins. Cecilia at this time works as a nurse in a hospital. Soon the two meet again.
4. Schindler's List (1993)
The film with an unusual name "Schindler's list"Was shot based on a novel by Thomas Kennilly. In the center of the plot is a large manufacturer named Oscar, who saves many lives during mass repressions.
When Oscar first arrived in the city, he wanted to expand the production of enameled dishes. Thanks to his connections, he is building a small factory. He hires ordinary Jews to work, who later saves his life.
3. Flying over the cuckoo's nest (1975)
Film "flying over Cuckoo's Nest"Was shot based on a novel by Ken Kesey. This film was one of the best, as it won an Oscar in five different nominations. They are watching it even now, although it was filmed back in 1975.
The story of the film tells the viewer about the offender, who was sentenced to a rather lengthy sentence. He decides to pretend to be sick in order to get to a psychiatric hospital, hoping that he will live better and more comfortable there. But, unfortunately, this is not at all the case.
At the hospital, a cruel woman named Milred torments patients. This does not suit the protagonist at all, but he, like many others, has to put up with this state of affairs.
2. Fight Club (1999)
«Fight club»A film that was shot based on the novel by Chuck Palahniuk. Initially, the film was not accepted by critics, but after almost 10 years it became one of the cult films of our time.
According to the plot, the main character is on the verge of collapse, but gradually he begins to attend classes for doomed to death sick people, who are advised by a doctor.
Once the hero leaves for a long business trip, where he meets a young man Tyler. After talking, a fight ensues between people, which both of them like so much.
After this event, Tyler thinks over the rules of his Fight Club. Soon the club begins to gain its popularity.
The film is watched even now. He is liked not only by adults, but also by young people. Perfect for viewing in the evening.
1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
In the first place on our list is a film called "The Shawshank Redemption". The film was shot according to the story of the famous horror master Stephen King.
Andy was sentenced to life imprisonment, after which he ends up in one of the darkest prisons in all of England. Over time, life becomes quite tolerable for him. Soon he begins to make friends.