22 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: The Philadelphia Story The 1939 Play Vs. the 1940 Movie "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032904/" is a romantic comedy play by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philip_Barry that became a successful film. Directed by George Cukor,  it follows Tracy Lord (played to perfection by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katharine_Hepburn,) a wealthy socialite about to marry for the second time. Her ex-husband, Dexter (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cary_Grant,) tries to win her back while a magazine sends a reporter (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Stewart) and photographer (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruth_Hussey) to cover her wedding. As Tracy navigates her complicated relationships, she questions her feelings and choices. This one is a classic for a reason!  Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - Playwright Philip Barry - https://www.slashfilm.com/921488/why-the-legendary-katherine-hepburn-was-declared-box-office-poison/ - The differences between the play and the movie.  - The cast of the 1940  film includes Cary Grant (C.K. Dexter Haven,) Katherine Hepburn (Tracy Lord,) James Stewart (Mike Connor,) Ruth Hussey (LIz,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0397397/ (George,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0950019/ (Uncle Willie,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Halliday_(actor) (Seth Lord,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0621770/ (Margaret Lord,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0917768/ (Dinah Lord,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0199787/ (Sidney Kidd, ) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0660402/ as Edward the footman.   Clips used: - “You’re lit from within.” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCfuPPR7wnQ - CK and Mike drink - Dinah sings - “Generous to a fault.” - Music by https://franzwaxman.com/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

15 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Paddington The 1958 Children’s Book Vs. the 2014 Movie The Margos are feeling very British in this episode! English author https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Bond created https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paddington_Bear, who first appeared in Bond's 1958 book https://www.amazon.com/Bear-Called-Paddington-Michael-Bond/dp/0062422758and has since become a beloved character in numerous books, television series, and films. Paddington is a polite and curious bear from Peru who wears a duffle coat and a floppy hat. He often carries a suitcase with a label that reads, "Please look after this bear. Thank you." He was named after the London train station where the Brown family found him. The  2014 "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1109624/" movie focuses on Paddington's journey to find a home and the bonds he forms with the Brown family. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - Author Michael Bond and his character of Paddington  - How the 2014 film adapted the much-beloved work.  - The cast of the 2014 film includes https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0924210/(voice of Paddington,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0095017/(Henry Brown,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1020089/ (Mary Brown,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4189049/ (Judy Brown,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4575328/ (Jonathan Brown,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0910278/ (Mrs. Bird,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000173/ (Millicent,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0134922/ (Mr. Curry,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000980/(Samuel Gruber,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001767/ (Aunt Lucy,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Gamboncle Pastuzo,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0236071/ as Montogomery Clyde.  Clips used: - “Paddington Meets the Browns” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxeBdrGGU8U - “Subway Silliness” - ““Mr. Brown Joins Paddington for Tea” - “Millicent brings Paddington ‘home””  - Buckingham Palace and Paddington - Music and Lyrics by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2943572/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/.  Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

12 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Mean Girls The 2002 Book vs. the 2004 Movie (20th Anniversary Replay Celebration!) "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mean_Girls" is a teen comedy film released in 2004 that follows Cady Heron, a high school student who navigates the social hierarchy and mean girls. The film stars https://www.instagram.com/lindsaylohan/?hl=enhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_McAdams, https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1086543/, andhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lacey_Chabert. "https://www.amazon.com/Queen-Bees-Wannabes-Boyfriends-Realities/dp/0307454444" is a book by https://rosalindwiseman.com/that explores the dynamics of teenage girls' social cliques. In this episode, we replay our 2018 discussion about the original book and the now (classic) film. (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0275486/’s script is as delicious as ever!) Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/.  Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ mailto:bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue mailto:brooklynfitchick@gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

2 APR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Rent The 1896 Opera Vs. the 2005 Movie (Based on the 1996 Play) "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rent_(musical)" is a modern adaptation of https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giacomo_Puccini opera https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_boh%C3%A8me It tells the story of a group of struggling artists living in New York City's East Village during the late 1980s and early 1990s, dealing with poverty, love, and the AIDS epidemic. The late https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Larsonote the book, music & lyrics for the show and tragically died a few months before its Broadway debut on January 26, 1996.  The plot revolves around a diverse group of characters: - Mark Cohen is an aspiring filmmaker and the narrator of the story. He is grappling with his identity and relationship with his ex-girlfriend, Maureen. - Roger Davis: A former rock musician who is HIV positive. He is struggling to come to terms with his diagnosis and find inspiration for his music. - Mimi Marquez: An exotic dancer who is also HIV positive. She falls in love with Roger, but their shared illness complicates their relationship. - Tom Collins: A philosophy professor who is also HIV positive. He falls in love with Angel. - https://rent.fandom.com/wiki/Angel_Dumott_Schunard: A drag queen and street percussionist who becomes Tom's love interest. - Maureen Johnson: A performance artist and Mark's ex-girlfriend. She is involved with Joanne. - Joanne Jefferson: A lawyer and Maureen's current girlfriend. The story explores their relationships, struggles with poverty, creative pursuits, and the impact of HIV/AIDS on their lives and the broader community. Themes of friendship, love, loss, and the pursuit of artistic expression are central to the narrative. As in "La Bohème," the characters face challenges related to their financial circumstances, illness, and the complexities of love and friendship. The story ultimately celebrates their resilience, creativity, and the power of human connection in the face of adversity. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The original novel, the Pucini opera, and the 1996 musical  - The life of Jonathan Larson and the sheer magnitude of the show’s influence on pop culture.  - The cast of the 2022 film includeshttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004875/ (Benjamin Coffin,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilson_Jermaine_HerediaHeredia (Angel,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0206257/(Mimi,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0710829/ (Mark Cohen,) https://www.instagram.com/adampascal/?hl=en (Roger Davis,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0552509/(Tom Collins,) https://idinamenzel.com/(Maureen Johnson,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1139632/ (Joanne,) and Jhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1667484/ as a rent tenant.  Clips used: - “La Vie Boheme” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGciEYSshrQ  - “Seasons of Love” - “Another Day” - “Rent Tango” - “Take Me or Leave Me” - Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

25 MAR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Matilda The 1988 YA Novel Vs. the 2022 Musical Film "https://us.matildathemusical.com/" (based on the 1988 https://www.roalddahl.com/ novel) tells the story of Matilda Wormwood, a bright young girl with telekinetic powers. Neglected by her parents and bullied by the tyrannical headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, Matilda finds solace in books and bonds with her kind teacher, Miss Honey. With the support of her friends, Matilda stands up to injustice, ultimately using her powers to bring about change and find a loving home with Miss Honey. It's a tale of empowerment, resilience, and the importance of kindness. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The original novel, the 1996 film, and the stage musical  - The differences between the different adaptations - The cast of the 2022 film includes https://www.instagram.com/alishaweir123/?hl=en (Matilda,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000668/(Miss Agatha Trunchbull,) https://www.instagram.com/lashanalynch/?hl=en(Miss Honey,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0334318/ (Mr. Wormwood,) https://www.instagram.com/andreariseborough/?hl=en (Mrs. Wormwood,) https://www.instagram.com/sindhuvee/?hl=en (Mrs. Phelps,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9300609/ (Magnus,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8467375/ (The Acrobat,) https://www.instagram.com/winterjarrettglasspool/?hl=en (Amanda Thripp,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14297818/s Eric.  Clips used: - “The Smell of Rebellion” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEEMbNS6fzY - “The Bruce Song” - “Naughty” - “Revolting Children” - Music and Lyrics by https://www.timminchin.com/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing  Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

18 MAR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: The Opposite Sex The 1936 Play V. the 1939 Film Vs. the 1956 Musical "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049578/" is a musical comedy film released in 1956. It is a remake of the 1939 film "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032143/, " directed by David Miller, based on the play of the same name by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clare_Boothe_Luce. The story revolves around several women's romantic and social lives, with a particular focus on Kay Hilliard (played by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000742/). Kay discovers her husband's infidelity and must deal with the consequences within her social circle. The film explores themes of love, friendship, and betrayal, all set against the backdrop of high society. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The original play and 1939 film  - The differences between the 1939 film and the musical adaptation - The cast of the 1956 film includes June Allyson (Kay Hilliard,) https://www.joancollins.com/ (Crystal Allen,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dolores_Gray(Sylvia Fowler,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0792130/ (Amanda Penrose,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0587900/(Gloria Dell,)https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000558/ (Steven Hilliard,) Jeff Richards (Buck Winston,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001547/ountess Lavaliere,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0339307/ (Lucy,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000951/l (Edith Potter,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0505249/ (Mike Pearl,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0790071/bio/as a singer.  Clips used: - Kitchen Chaos - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivMFR9xGlpY - “The Opposite Sex Slap” - “A Perfect Love” - Title Sequence - Music by Nicholas Brodsky, Sammy Cahn, Ralph Freed, George Stoll, and Robert Van Eps.  Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

10 MAR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Mean Girls The 2002 Book vs. the 2004 Movie vs. the 2018 Musical vs. the 2024 Movie "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mean_Girls" is a teen comedy film released in 2004 that follows Cady Heron, a high school student who navigates the social hierarchy and mean girls. The film stars Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, and Lacey Chabert. "https://www.amazon.com/Queen-Bees-Wannabes-Boyfriends-Realities/dp/0307454444" is a book by Rosalind Wiseman that explores the dynamics of teenage girls' social cliques. The https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mean_Girls_(musical) adaptation premiered on Broadway in 2018 and follows the same storyline as the film but with some changes. The 2024 film stars Renee Rapp. Angourie Rice, and Auli’l Cravalho. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0275486/ wrote the screenplays for all versions. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The origin stories of the various “Mean Girls.” -  The differences between the 2004 film and the musical - The cast of the 2024 film includes https://www.instagram.com/angourierice/?hl=en (Cady Heron,) https://www.reneerapp.com/ (Regina George,) https://www.instagram.com/auliicravalho/?hl=en (Janis,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12566364/ (Damian Hubbard,) https://www.instagram.com/avantki/ (Karen,) https://www.instagram.com/broadwaybebe/?hl=en (Gretchen Wieners,) https://www.instagram.com/chrisbriney_/?hl=en (Aaron Samuels,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0278979/ (Ms. Heron,) https://www.instagram.com/busyphilipps/?hl=en (Mrs. George,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0275486/ (Ms. Norbury) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005218/ as Mr. Duvall.  Clips used: - Cady joins the “Plastics” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFtdbEgnUOk  - “Someone Gets Hurt” - “Cool Mom” - “Regina gets run over” - The Holiday Pagent.  - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jeff-richmond/329366500 and Lyrics by https://www.mtishows.com/people/nell-benjamin.  Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com  Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/  Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here!  Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/  Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine 

3 MAR 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: Tommy The 1969 Rock Opera Vs. The 1975 Movie“Musicals in March” "https://tommythemusical.com/" is a rock opera written by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pete_Townshend and performed by the English rock band https://www.thewho.com/. It was first released as a double album in 1969 and later adapted into various stage productions, including a highly successful Broadway musical. The story revolves around a young boy named Tommy Walker who becomes deaf, dumb, and blind after witnessing a traumatic event. Despite his sensory impairments, Tommy discovers an extraordinary talent for playing pinball and becomes a messianic figure for his followers. The rock opera has been adapted into various forms over the years, including a 1975 film directed by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001692/ and a Broadway musical that premiered in 1992. Which did we (the Margos) prefer, the original album or the 1975 movie adaptation? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The Who and their place in rock history - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0830164/ & Ken Russell - The. - The cast of the 1975 film includes https://www.thewho.com/roger-daltrey/ (Tommy,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000268/ (Nora,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001657/Frank,) https://www.eltonjohn.com/ (Pinball Wizard,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Entwistle (bass player,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keith_Moon(drummer and Uncle Ernie,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0629417/ (Cousin Kevin,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000197/ (The Specialist,) Pete Townshend (guitarist,) and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tina_Turner as the Acid Queen. Clips used: - The Acid Queen - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4K_9WyQCgA - Champagne - Smash the Mirror - The Pinball Wizard - There’s a Doctor - We’re Not Gonna Take It - Music by Pete Townshend. Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here! Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine

26 FEB 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: The Color Purple The 1982 novel Vs. the 2023 movie musical "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Color_Purple" is a novel by https://alicewalkersgarden.com/ that tells the story of Celie, a young African American girl in the early 20th century. Celie writes letters to God, sharing her struggles with abuse from her father and later from her husband, referred to as "Mr."The novel tackles racism, sexism, and the societal challenges of the time. Characters undergo personal growth, and the story emphasizes empowerment, self-discovery, and breaking free from societal constraints. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and the National Book Award, and Steven Spielberg directed the 1985 film adaptation. It was adapted into a musical with a book by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marsha_Norman and music and lyrics by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brenda_Russelll, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allee_Willis, and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Bray. The musical premiered on Broadway in 2005 and has since been staged in various productions worldwide. One notable aspect of "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Color_Purple_(2023_film)is its powerful and soulful score, incorporating jazz, gospel, and blues elements. Between the original novel and the latest adaptation--which did we prefer? In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The life and work of the complicated/controversial Alice Walker. - The plot of the story and changes in various adaptations - The music that was created for the theatre. - The cast of the 2023 film includes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantasia_(singer) (Celie,) https://www.instagram.com/tarajiphenson/?hl=en (Shug Avery,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danielle_Brooks (Sofia,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0231458/(Mister/Albert,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3659660/ (Harpo,) https://www.instagram.com/phyliciapearl/?hl=en(Young Celie,) https://www.instagram.com/ciara/?hl=en (Nettie,) https://www.instagram.com/hermusicofficial/?hl=en. (Squeak,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004979/(Reverand,)https://deoncole.com/(Alfonso,) https://www.jonbatiste.com/ (Grady,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_Gossett_Jr. (Ol’ Mister,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamela_Mann (First Lady,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0254712/ (Mama,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0555500/(Miss Millie,) https://www.instagram.com/stephenhillacts/?hl=en(Buster,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5317506/ (Mary Ellen,) https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyelleburgess/?hl=en (Olivia,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10666861/ (Adam) and https://www.instagram.com/hallebailey/?hl=en as Nettie. Clips used: - “Keep it movin’.” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPwzBUui1GA - “Hell No!” - “Family Dinner” - Oprah at the 2005 Tony Awards - Music by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray. Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here! Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine

19 FEB 2024 · Book Vs. Movie: The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman The 1971 play Vs. the 1974 movie For Black History Month, the Margos visit "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Autobiography_of_Miss_Jane_Pittman." https://ernestgaines.louisiana.edu/author wrote this novel, which was first published in 1971. The book is a fictional autobiography that spans over 100 years of American history, narrated by Miss Jane Pittman, an African American woman born into slavery and lived through the Civil Rights Movement. The narrative provides a powerful and poignant perspective on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in the United States. Miss Jane Pittman's life story serves as a lens through which readers can explore the complex issues of race, identity, and social justice. "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman" was adapted into a television movie in 1974 and was directed by John Korty—Cicely Tyson in the titular role of Miss Jane Pittman. Cicely Tyson's performance in the role received widespread acclaim, and the movie itself was well-received for its powerful storytelling and exploration of the African American experience throughout different periods of American history. The TV movie won several awards, including Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Television Movie for Cicely Tyson and Outstanding Writing for a Drama Special for Tracy Keenan Wynn, who adapted the screenplay from Ernest J. Gaines' novel. In this ep, the Margos discuss: - The life and work of Ernest J. Gaines. - The plot of the story & the special effects for makeup - The differences between the original novel and the adaptation. - The cast of the 1974 film: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001807/ (Jane Pittman,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0643993/ (young Jane Pittman,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0246004/ (Master Bryant,) https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/odetta-1930-2008/ (Big Laura,) Michael Murphy (Quentin Lerner,) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rod_Perry_(actor) (Joe Pittman,) Arnold Wilkerson (Jimmy,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0362835/ (Albert Cluveau,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001340/ (Lady at House,) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0711560/ (Ned Douglas,) and https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0151574/ as Amma Dean. Clips used: - Jimmy returns to the church - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-PkCGor6Q4 - Jane gets her name - Joe and Jane meet - A fortune teller predicts Joe’s death - Jane goes to Bayonne. - Theme by https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0006150/ Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love https://frolic.media/podcasts/. Join our https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie You can find us on https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495721500546954/ Follow us on https://twitter.com/bookversusmovie?lang=en Instagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/ https://gmail.com Margo D. Twitter https://twitter.com/brooklynfitchik?lang=enhttp://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s Blog http://www.brooklynfitchick.com/ Margo D’s https://www.instagram.com/brooklynfitchick/?hl=en Margo D’s TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohue https://gmail.com You can buy your copy of https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467146760 here! Margo P. https://twitter.com/ShesNachoMama Margo P’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/ Margo P’s Blog http://www.shesnachomamasblog.com/https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on https://www.instagram.com/studio39marketing/ & @musicalmadeleine