A Beautiful Mind. Poster of the 2001 movie and cover of the 1998 book
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A Beautiful Mind
Sylvia Nasar, 1998
movie vs book
Ron Howard, 2001

In 1947, John Nash arrives at Princeton University as co-recipient, with Martin Hansen, of the prestigious Carnegie Scholarship for mathematics. Bored with his regular duties at MIT, including teaching, he is recruited by the mysterious William Parcher of the United States Department of Defense with a classified assignment: to look for hidden patterns in magazines and newspapers in order to thwart a Soviet plot.


Ford v Ferrari. Poster of the 2019 movie and cover of the 2009 book, Go Like Hell
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Go Like Hell
A.J. Baime, 2009
movie vs book
James Mangold, 2019

In 1963, Ford Motor Company Vice President Lee Iacocca proposes to Henry Ford II to purchase the cash-strapped Ferrari as a means to boost their car sales by participating in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In rejecting the proposed deal with Ford, Ferrari also intentionally insults both Ford Motor and Henry Ford II. For this task, Iacocca hires Shelby American owner Carroll Shelby, a former driver who won Le Mans in 1959 but was forced to retire due to a heart condition.


American Psycho. Poster of the 2000 movie and cover of the 1991 book
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American Psycho
Bret Easton Ellis, 1991
movie vs book
Mary Harron, 2000

In 1987, wealthy New York investment banker Patrick Bateman’s life revolves around dining at trendy restaurants while keeping up appearances for his fiancée Evelyn and his circle of wealthy and shallow associates, most of whom he hates. Enraged by the superiority of his co-worker Paul Allen’s card, Bateman murders a homeless man and his dog.


The Lincoln Lawyer. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 2005 book
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The Lincoln Lawyer
Michael Connelly, 2005
movie vs book
Brad Furman, 2011

Criminal defense attorney Mickey Haller operates around Los Angeles County, California, mostly from the back seat of his black Lincoln Town Car, chauffeured by Earl. Haller and his investigator, Frank Levin analyze photos and evidence and find it similar to one of Haller’s past cases that resulted in a life sentence for his client, Jesus Martinez, for murdering a woman, despite his repeated proclamations of innocence.


Glory Road. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 2005 book
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Glory Road
Don Haskins, Daniel Wetzel, 2005
movie vs book
James Gartner, 2006

Newly appointed men’s basketball coach Don Haskins gets a new job at Texas Western College in El Paso. Some of the young men he brings in possess skill, but are raw in talent when it comes to organized teamwork focusing on defense and ball distribution. Haskins puts his players through a rigorous training program, threatening to cut anyone who doesn’t work as hard as he demands, while trying to integrate his players into a single team with a common goal.


The Firm. Poster of the 2012 TV series and cover of the 1991 book
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The Firm
John Grisham, 1991
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Lukas Reiter, 2012

The series continues the story of attorney Mitchell McDeere who, as a young associate 10 years earlier, had brought down the prestigious Memphis law firm of Bendini, Lambert & Locke, which had been operating as a front for the Chicago mob. After a difficult decade, which included a stay in the Federal Witness Protection Program, McDeere and his family now emerge from isolation to reclaim their lives and their future -only to find that past dangers are still lurking and new threats are everywhere.


An Unfinished Life. Poster of the 2005 movie and cover of the 2004 book
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An Unfinished Life
Mark Spragg, 2004
movie vs book
Lasse Hallström, 2005

Einar Gilkyson quietly lives in the rugged Wyoming ranchlands alongside his only trusted friend, Mitch Bradley. One day, the woman he blames for the death of his only son arrives at his door broke, desperate and with a granddaughter he’s never known. But even as buried anger and accusations resurface, the way is opened for unexpected connection, adventure and forgiveness.


Wish You Well. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the 2000 book
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Wish You Well
David Baldacci, 2000
movie vs book
Darnell Martin, 2013

A tragic accident forces twelve-year old Louisa Mae and her younger brother Oz to move from New York City to live with their great grandmother on a small farm in Virginia. Once Lou and Oz finally adjust to their new home, their family is threatened to be torn apart again when a coal company tries to steal their land. Now, Lou must team-up with lawyer Cotton Longfellow, to fight for their land, their home and their future.


Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House. Poster of the 2017 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House
Mark Felt, John O'Connor, 2006
movie vs book
Peter Landesman, 2017

The movie starts on April 11, 1972. Nixon’s advisers at the White House ask Mark Felt how to ask J. Edgar Hoover to step aside as the FBI director. Some days later, Hoover dies. Pat Gray becomes the acting FBI director. In June 1972, the several ex-CIA and FBI agent burglarize Watergate hotel to bug the DNC headquarters.


The Secret: Dare to Dream. Poster of the 2020 movie and cover of the 2006 book, The Secret
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The Secret
Rhonda Byrne, 2006
movie vs book
Andy Tennant, 2020

A widow with three children hires a handyman to fix her house during a major storm. When not doing home repairs, he shares his philosophy of believing in the power of the universe to deliver what we want. The crux of this film is the belief of one of the lead characters in positive thinking which re-ignites the spirits of the second lead character and her family.


Breakthrough. Poster of the 2019 movie and cover of the 2017 book, The Impossible
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The Impossible
Joyce Smith, Ginger Kolbaba, 2017
movie vs book
Roxann Dawson, 2019

Tragedy strikes when a woman named Joyce’s son falls through the ice on a frozen lake and is trapped underwater for over 15 minutes. After being rushed to the hospital, the 14-year-old boy continues to fight for his life as Joyce, her husband and their pastor stay by his bedside and pray for a miracle.


Big Sur. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the 1962 book
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Big Sur
Jack Kerouac, 1962
movie vs book
Michael Polish, 2013

Seeking solace from the ravages of sudden fame and excessive alcohol, renowned Beat author Jack Kerouac retreats to an isolated cabin nestled in the misty, primitive wilderness of Big Sur. However, instead of the tranquility he seeks, he finds himself ensnared once more by his inner struggles. Kerouac embarks on a tumultuous journey marked by paranoia, intense relationships, delirium tremens, misery, and madness, spiraling into a visceral collision course with his own demons.