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All the book-based movies and TV shows adapted by John Ruane, ranked

John Ruane, known for works such as That Eye, the Sky or Feathers, has adapted several stories from the pages of books and comic books to the screen.
Below, we present a ranked list, from best to worst, of 2 John Ruane movies and TV series based on existing source material. Revisit old favorites or discover hidden gems, whether books or film productions. We invite you to watch, read, and vote for any title, joining the debate of whether the book or the movie is better.
That Eye, the Sky. Poster of the 1994 movie and cover of the 1987 book
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That Eye, the Sky
Tim Winton, 1987
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That Eye, the Sky
John Ruane, 1994

Twelve-year-old Ort Flack resides in the Australian outback with his mother and sister Tegwyn. Additionally, the three of them must care for their elderly grandmother and their father, who is paralyzed. One mother cannot easily provide for everyone. But one day, Henry, a mystery stranger, arrives at their abandoned home and offers to help them.

Feathers. Poster of the 1987 movie and cover of the 1983 book
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Feathers
Raymond Carver, 1983
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Feathers
John Ruane, 1987

Jack convinces his partner Fran to join him for a meal at the countryside home of his co-worker Bert and his wife Olive. Conflicts of interest will soon arise.