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All the book-based movies and TV shows featuring Jonathan Lapaglia, ranked
Jonathan Lapaglia appears in several titles adapted from the pages of books and comic books to the screen, such as The Slap or Plain Truth.
Here, we offer a ranked list, from best to worst, of 2 movies and TV series based on existing source material where Jonathan Lapaglia appears. 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.
The Slap
Christos Tsiolkas, 2008
TV series vs book
Tony Ayres, Robert Connolly, Jessica Hobbs, Matthew Saville, 2011
During a family barbecue in the suburbs of Melbourne, a man becomes angry and slaps an unruly child who is a guest at the gathering. This incident leads to strained relationships among the family and friends when the mother of the boy files charges for assault.
Plain Truth
Jodi Picoult, 2000
movie vs book
Paul Shapiro, 2004
A lifeless baby is discovered in an idyllic, unspoiled Amish farming community, leaving the question of whether it was a terrible accident or murder up in the air. This is the challenging issue faced by renowned criminal defense attorney Ellie Harrison, who abandons her hedonistic city lifestyle to go to the rural region of Pennsylvania. Ellie is tasked with representing an 18-year-old Amish girl, Katie, who is accused of killing her infant.