Scent of a Woman. Poster of the 1992 movie and cover of the 1969 book
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Scent of a Woman
Giovanni Arpino, 1969
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Martin Brest, 1992

Charlie Simms is a student at the Baird School, an exclusive New England prep school. Charlie and George Willis, Jr., another student at the Baird School, witness three students setting up a prank that publicly humiliates the headmaster, Mr. Trask. They pay an uninvited visit to Frank’s brother’s home in White Plains for Thanksgiving dinner.


Carlito's Way. Poster of the 1993 movie and cover of the 1982 book, After Hours
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After Hours
Edwin Torres, 1982
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Brian De Palma, 1993

In 1975 New York, after having served five years of a 30-year prison sentence, career criminal Carlito Brigante is freed on a legal technicality exploited by his close friend and lawyer, Dave Kleinfeld. Carlito vows to end his unlawful activities but is persuaded to accompany his young cousin Guajiro to a drug deal held at a bar.


Carlito's Way. Poster of the 1993 movie and cover of the 1982 book
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Carlito's Way
Edwin Torres, 1982
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Brian De Palma, 1993

In 1975 New York, after having served five years of a 30-year prison sentence, career criminal Carlito Brigante is freed on a legal technicality exploited by his close friend and lawyer, Dave Kleinfeld. Carlito vows to end his unlawful activities but is persuaded to accompany his young cousin Guajiro to a drug deal held at a bar.


The Game. Poster of the 1997 movie and cover of the book novelization
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The Game
Jeff Rovin, 1997
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David Fincher, 1997

Nicholas Van Orton, a successful businessman, lives a well-ordered life – until an unexpected birthday gift from his brother destroys it all. Like it or not, Nicholas has been enrolled in a game that begins quietly but soon erupts in a rush of devastating events. Van Orton has to win this deadly game or lose control of everything in his life.


The Talented Mr. Ripley. Poster of the 1999 movie and cover of the 1955 book
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The Talented Mr. Ripley
Patricia Highsmith, 1955
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Anthony Minghella, 1999

While working at a fancy party as a pianist, Tom Ripley is approached by shipping magnate Herbert Greenleaf, who believes that Ripley attended Princeton with his son, Dickie, because Ripley is wearing a borrowed Princeton jacket. Eventually, Dickie tires of him and starts spending time with his patrician, socialite friend Freddie Miles, who treats Ripley with contempt. They argue on a small boat, and Dickie says he has had enough of Ripley and is going to marry Marge.


Comanche Moon. Poster of the 2008 TV series and cover of the 1997 book
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Comanche Moon
Larry McMurtry, 1997
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Simon Wincer, 2008

The exploits and romantic entanglements of youthful Texas Rangers Woodrow Call and Augustus McRae unfold as they approach their eventual retirement in the city of Lonesome Dove.


Real Steel. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 1957 book, Steel
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Steel
Richard Matheson, 1957
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Shawn Levy, 2011

In 2020, human boxers are replaced by robots. After the fight, Charlie learns that his ex-girlfriend died and he must now attend a hearing deciding the future of their son, Max, a robot-boxing fan with whom Charlie has virtually no contact since Max was born.


Independence Day. Poster of the 1996 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Independence Day
Dean Devlin, 1996
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Roland Emmerich, 1996

On July 2, 1996, an enormous mothership orbits the Earth, deploying multiple saucers, each with a fifteen-mile radius, that take positions over Earth’s major cities. With help from his ex-wife, White House Communications Director Constance Spano, David and his father Julius gain access to the Oval Office and alert President Thomas Whitmore to the threat.


Snow Falling on Cedars. Poster of the 1999 movie and cover of the 1994 book
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Snow Falling on Cedars
David Guterson, 1994
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Scott Hicks, 1999

The peaceful town of San Piedro has been stirred up by a murder trial, causing quite a controversy. Ishmael Chambers, a resident journalist, is deeply affected by the trial when he discovers that his former lover is involved. Through his investigation into the murder, he discovers some surprising leads that eventually lead him to an unexpected revelation.


Sleepwalk with Me. Poster of the 2012 movie and cover of the 2010 book
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Sleepwalk with Me and other Painfully True Stories
Mike Birbiglia, 2010
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Mike Birbiglia, Seth Barrish, 2012

Matt, an aspiring stand-up comedian and bartender, faces a dilemma in both his career and relationship with his girlfriend of eight years, Abby. Under pressure from Abby and his family to get married, Matt hits the road to perform his comedy routine and figure out his next move. Additionally, he struggles with a potentially dangerous sleep disorder that causes him to act out his dreams, which include fleeing jackals, winning an Olympic medal for Dustbustering, and avoiding a missile strike.


J.F.K.: Reckless Youth. Poster of the 1993 TV series and cover of the 1992 book, JFK: Reckless Youth
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JFK: Reckless Youth
Nigel Hamilton, 1992
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Harry Winer, 1993-

The series traces the early years of Kennedys life with illuminating depictions of many little-known events. From his privileged upbringing and competitive relationship with his older brother, to his struggles with a serious illness and his service in the military, the film offers a unique perspective on the formative experiences that shaped one of the most iconic figures in American political history.


Cat's Eye. Poster of the 1985 movie and cover of the 1978 book, Quitters, Inc.
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Quitters, Inc.
Stephen King, 1978
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Lewis Teague, 1985

Three short stories by Stephen King are linked by a stray cat that roams from one tale to the next in this creepy triptych that begins as Dick tries to quit smoking by any means necessary. Next, we meet Johnny, an adulterous man who’s forced by his lover’s husband onto a building’s hazardous ledge. Finally, Amanda is threatened by an evil gnome who throws suspicion on the family cat.