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All the book-based movies and TV shows adapted by Tony Ayres, ranked
Tony Ayres, known for works such as The Slap or The Turning, 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 Tony Ayres 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.
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.
The Turning
Tim Winton, 2004
movie vs book
Jonathan auf der Heide, Tony Ayres, Jub Clerc, 2013
The Turning, a hauntingly gorgeous collaborative film directed by seventeen brilliant filmmakers, explores the remarkable events in ordinary lives that change them for the rest of time. The passing of time, regret, addiction, and obsession are constant themes that run through all of the stories.