100 films: from literature to cinema

100 Books That Became Movies Since its inception, cinema has always looked to literature for inspiration. However, the secret to translating a story from page to screen seems known only to a select few. Why were names like Kubrick, Renoir, and Bresson able to create seminal works while others failed miserably? This book examines the art and technique of adaptation through one hundred cases that raise a wide range of questions. This edifying dive into the world of film blends films from diverse countries, eras, and genres, from crime fiction to science fiction. A tool for everyone—writers, screenwriters, and cinephiles alike—that, through concrete examples, will provide a new perspective on literary adaptation for film.