Ophelia. Poster of the 2018 movie and cover of the 1603 book, Hamlet
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Hamlet
William Shakespeare, 1603
movie vs book
Claire McCarthy, 2018

Ophelia matures while serving as lady-in-waiting to Queen Gertrude, and her unique character captivates Hamlet’s heart. Amidst the turmoil of desire and deceit endangering the realm, Ophelia grapples with the dilemma of choosing between genuine love and asserting her autonomy.


Ophelia. Poster of the 2018 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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Ophelia
Lisa M. Klein, 2006
movie vs book
Claire McCarthy, 2018

Ophelia matures while serving as lady-in-waiting to Queen Gertrude, and her unique character captivates Hamlet’s heart. Amidst the turmoil of desire and deceit endangering the realm, Ophelia grapples with the dilemma of choosing between genuine love and asserting her autonomy.


Cursed. Poster of the 2020 TV series and cover of the 2019 book
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Cursed
Frank Miller, Thomas Wheeler, 2019
TV series vs book
Frank Miller, Tom Wheeler, 2020-

Cursed is a re-imagining of the Arthurian legend, told through the eyes of Nimue, a young heroine with a mysterious gift who is destined to become the powerful Lady of the Lake. After her mother’s death, she finds an unexpected partner in Arthur, a young mercenary, in a quest to find Merlin and deliver an ancient sword. Over the course of her journey, Nimue will become a symbol of courage and rebellion against the terrifying Red Paladins, and their complicit King Uther.