so very sad

Rating: 7/10 (20 April 2006)

It makes me so sad that movies cannot be the same as books. I understand that it's an entirely different medium and all, but still. I was unfortunate enough to have watched the movie after reading the book. Unfortunate in that because of this the movie was disappointing for me. The book is so complex and emotionally moving, as well as mentally stimulating, that although the movie was good, it didn't even come close to being as memorable. If anyone asked me which was more worthwhile I would unflinchingly answer 'the book'. And if they did decide to do a remake of the film, I reckon Tom Waits would be way better casting for McMurphy than Nicholson.