Minamata. Poster of the 2020 movie and cover of the 1975 book
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Minamata
W. Eugene Smith, Aileen M. Smith, 1975
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Andrew Levitas, 2020

War photographer W. Eugene Smith travels back to Japan where he documents the devastating effect of mercury poisoning in coastal communities. The story is set in motion when Aileen Mioko, Eugene’s wife encourages hime to take photos in Minamata, saying: ‘There’s a company in Japan that’s been dumping the toxic waste into the sea. We need you.’


Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1. Poster of the 2010 movie and cover of the 2007 book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
J.K. Rowling, 2007
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David Yates, 2010

The Minister for Magic Rufus Scrimgeour addresses the wizarding media, stating that the Ministry remains strong despite Lord Voldemort gaining power and the Death Eaters committing mass killings of Muggles and infiltrating the Ministry. Meanwhile, Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger resolve to complete the mission Albus Dumbledore gave Harry by hunting down and destroying Voldemort’s Horcruxes.


Living. Poster of the 2022 movie and cover of the 1886 book, The Death of Ivan Ilych
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The Death of Ivan Ilych
Leo Tolstoy, 1886
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Oliver Hermanus, 2022

Williams is a veteran civil servant and paper-pusher in the post-WWII London. Upon receiving a devastating medical diagnosis, he withdraws all his savings and travels to the south coast with the goal of making the most of his remaining days, but soon realizes he lacks the knowledge on how to do it. A mysterious stranger takes him out on the town and he becomes captivated by a cheerful young female colleague who possess the energy he never had.


The Constant Gardener. Poster of the 2005 movie and cover of the 2001 book
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The Constant Gardener
John le Carré, 2001
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Fernando Meirelles, 2005

Justin Quayle, a low-level British diplomat and horticultural hobbyist posted in Kenya, learns that his wife Tessa was found dead in the veld. Her colleague, Dr. Arnold Bluhm, initially suspected of her murder, is then found to have been murdered on the same day as Tessa. Despite their loving marriage, Tessa keeps from Justin the reason why she approached him in the first place: to investigate a suspicious drug trial in Kenya and expose it.


Notes on a Scandal. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 2003 book, What Was She Thinking? [Notes on a Scandal]
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What Was She Thinking? [Notes on a Scandal]
Zoë Heller, 2003
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Richard Eyre, 2006

Barbara Covett is a history teacher at a comprehensive school in London. A spinster nearing retirement, she has contempt for her students and fellow teachers. Her only comfort is her diary. When a new art teacher, Sheba Hart, joins the staff, Barbara is immediately attracted to her. Sheba is married to the much older Richard, and is just re-entering the work force after devoting herself to her special needs son.


Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
Irene Trimble, 2006
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Gore Verbinski, 2006

The wedding of Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann is halted when Lord Cutler Beckett, chairman of the East India Trading Company, arrives with arrest warrants for them, and also for Commodore James Norrington, who allowed Captain Jack Sparrow to escape. Meanwhile, Jack is visited by Will’s father, Bootstrap Bill Turner, aboard the Black Pearl.


The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 2004 book
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The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Deborah Moggach, 2004
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John Madden, 2011

Several British retirees decide to move to Jaipur, India, to stay in the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, advertised as an exotic retirement home. Madge joins the Viceroy Club, surprised to find Norman there, and helps him get into a relationship with a woman named Carol.


Ordeal by Innocence. Poster of the 2018 TV series and cover of the 1958 book
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Ordeal by Innocence
Agatha Christie, 1958
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Sandra Goldbacher, 2018

Wealthy heiress Rachel Argyll is found bludgeoned to death in her palatial home where she lives with her husband, Leo; their five adopted children and their maid, Kirsten Lindquist. Jack is arrested for the crime as his fingerprints are found on the presumed murder weapon, but is killed in jail before he can stand trial.


Underworld. Poster of the 2003 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Underworld
Greg Cox, 2003
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Len Wiseman, 2003

For generations, a secret war has raged between vampires and Lycans, an ancient species of werewolf. After years of fighting between the two enemy races, the vampires have seemingly gained the upper hand following the death of the Lycan leader Lucian at the hands of a vampire named Kraven, who subsequently became the second-in-command to the vampires’ triumvirate of leading elders.


Their Finest. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2009 book, Their Finest Hour and a Half
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Their Finest Hour and a Half
Lissa Evans, 2009
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Lone Scherfig, 2016

During the Blitz of World War II, a female screenwriter works on a film celebrating England’s resilience as a way to buoy a weary populace’s spirits. Her efforts to dramatise the true story of two sisters who undertook their own maritime mission to rescue wounded soldiers are met with mixed feelings by a dismissive all-male staff.


Emma.. Poster of the 2020 movie and cover of the 1815 book, Emma
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Emma
Jane Austen, 1815
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Autumn de Wilde, 2020

In Regency-era England, wealthy Emma Woodhouse searches for a new companion after her governess, Miss Taylor, marries and becomes Mrs. Weston. Harriet’s parents are unknown but her education has been provided for. Emma believes that Mr. Elton, the local vicar, is in love with Harriet and encourages Harriet to transfer her hopes to him, despite Mr. Knightley’s warning that she should not involve herself in the situation.


Underworld: Evolution. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Underworld: Evolution
Greg Cox, 2006
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Len Wiseman, 2006

In 1202, an army led by the three vampire elders arrives at a village full of Werewolves. In the present day, vampiress Selene takes Michael to a safe house so that she can confront the vampire regent Kraven; she knows that Kraven intends to kill Markus and plans to stop him.