Books on Screen

April 2015

Hello, Books on Screen lovers! We all know it’s officially spring because Hollywood is already hyping its summer movies. But before all the boom and bluster of the hot-weather blockbusters hit theaters, we can sit back, relax and enjoy April’s simpler offerings. Oh yeah, and “Game of Thrones.”

April 2015

This April, fall in love with the story of Luke and Sophia in The Longest Ride. Based on the novel by Nicholas Sparks, this movie spans generations to show two intertwining love stories. Sophia, a young artist, and Luke, a former bull riding champion, meet an old man whose deep romance with his beloved wife inspire the young couple.

And if you're feeling humor more than romance? Make some popcorn, get in your pajamas and watch Paddington, the story of the hilarious, accident-prone bear that is now available on DVD.

March 2015

Well, loyal Books on Screen readers, we’ve made it through another awards season and are one more entertainment year wiser.

March 2015

This March, Tris and Four are back on the big screen! In Insurgent, the two are on the run from Jeanine and the rest of the Erudite faction. Together they learn the secrets of their world and race against time to protect its future. Based on Veronica Roth's thrilling bestseller, this is definitely a sequel YA fans are going to want to see!

Or if you're more into fairy tales, check out Disney's new live-action Cinderella. In this retelling, a poor servant stepdaughter just wants to go to the ball, but needs a little help --- and some classic glass slippers --- from an old beggar woman with a magic touch!

So get out there this March and see some of these great books on screen!

February 2015

Valentine's Day may be just around the corner, but if you're not into romance and hearts this February, you may want to check out the action-filled antidote, Kingsman: The Secret Service instead. Based on the comic book series, this is the story of Eggsy, an edgy teenager, who gets recruited by a secret spy organization. He joins their viciously competitive training course just in time to try to save the world from an evil genius. There's also The Duff, in which high school student Bianca seeks to turn the school's social structure upside down.

Or if you don't want to brave the winter weather, check out all the great choices on TV and on DVD, below!

February 2015

Breaking news: Love is no longer the aggresive, beating heart of February! Or at least you wouldn’t know that it is just by considering the movies coming out this month. Whereas in past Februarys (Februaries?), we cinephiles have been bombarded with all manner of romantic films --- comedies, dramas, classics and otherwise --- this year Hollywood seems to have given us a much-needed break. So unless you consider Fifty Shades of Grey a love story for the ages (no judgment), there is neither a lovestruck heroine nor a grand romantic gesture in sight. It looks like we dodged a heart-shaped bullet this year...at least until March!

January 2015

Warm winter greetings, Books on Screen lovers! And while warm might be looking like a frozen pipe dream as we gear up for the chillier winter months, we at the very least can distract ourselves with the season’s various award shows --- broadcast from the only warm physical place on the planet right now: Hollywood! Or, if you need more immediate relief, just Google “Channing Tatum in a tux.”

January 2015

January is one of the coldest months of the year, making it a great time to stay warm with some terrific book-to-screen adaptations. For a cozy, heartwarming time, try Paddington, the film that brings the beloved teddy bear to life and is already a huge hit in the UK. Or enjoy the Cymbeline, a gritty, explosive movie based on one of Shakespeare's plays.

January 2015

This January, look out for the American release of Paddington, the fun and charming story about a bear who journeys from his home in Peru to find a famous explorer in London. While there, he warms the hearts of the Brown family and avoids being captured by a museum taxidermist. Based on Michael Bond's A Bear Called Paddington series, Paddington is the perfect family-friendly adventure story filled with lots of laughs --- and a cuddly bear!

December 2014

Between the Sony hack and cheesy award bait, movie magic seems harder to come by this holiday season. Fortunately, we have a great roundup of books on screen to keep you spellbound until the new year!

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