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Little Women (2018)
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Four sisters come of age in a modern retelling of the classic novel "Little Women."
Entertainment Editor (1988 KP) created a video about Flint in TV
Nov 7, 2017
Stephen Fry's straight retelling (as much as is possible) of the Siege of Troy, following on from his earlier works 'Mythos' and 'Heroes'.
As such, we cover all the familiar ground: Helen of Troy, Paris, the Gods involvement, Agamemnon, Menaleus, Achilles, Odysseus, that giant wooden horse ...
I have to say, however, for such a well know story this is probably the first time I've ever seen (or heard) a straight retelling of it: we normally get either the Gods left out entirely (see the early 2000s film 'Troy'), a slow and plodding retelling that leaves it up to you to decide whether they were involved or not (BBCs 'Troy'), or a reworking/reimagining where the wooden horse is reworked into a metaphor for something completely different (I'm most familiar with those by David Gemmell, such as in his trilogy beginning 'Lord of the Silver Bow').
Having said that, this also has a bit of an abrupt ending, leaving it - I feel - open for a retelling of The Odyssey to come next!
As such, we cover all the familiar ground: Helen of Troy, Paris, the Gods involvement, Agamemnon, Menaleus, Achilles, Odysseus, that giant wooden horse ...
I have to say, however, for such a well know story this is probably the first time I've ever seen (or heard) a straight retelling of it: we normally get either the Gods left out entirely (see the early 2000s film 'Troy'), a slow and plodding retelling that leaves it up to you to decide whether they were involved or not (BBCs 'Troy'), or a reworking/reimagining where the wooden horse is reworked into a metaphor for something completely different (I'm most familiar with those by David Gemmell, such as in his trilogy beginning 'Lord of the Silver Bow').
Having said that, this also has a bit of an abrupt ending, leaving it - I feel - open for a retelling of The Odyssey to come next!
Myths and Legends of Europe
Podcast
A retelling of the famous legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, Robin Hood of...
Amber Murray-Schroer (4 KP) rated Dirty John in Podcasts
Oct 4, 2018
Perfect pacing of retelling so that the listener can't help but binge the entire season (3 more)
High quality journalism
Overall storyline
All episodes released at once; no waiting
Not every good murder podcast needs a bad ending!
AJaneClark (3975 KP) rated The Tattooist of Auschwitz in Books
Aug 1, 2019
Heart wrenching
Beautifully written, part fictional story retelling the atrocities faced whilst held in a concentration camp, and how in the face of horror, one man found love. That strength is what shines throughout the story.
Menna (1 KP) rated Alice (The Chronicles of Alice #1) in Books
Jan 24, 2018
Really dark Alice in Wonderland retelling
So I may be slightly biased since I love anything Alice and Wonderland related. But this is by far the best retelling of the original Lewis Carol story.
Disturbing and dark this book doesn't pussyfoot around some controversial subjects. However, it is able to steer away from anything crude while still being adult and gory.
This isn't a book for the faint-hearted with some wonderful but graphic descriptions. However, if you like dark and gothic definitely give this a try.
Disturbing and dark this book doesn't pussyfoot around some controversial subjects. However, it is able to steer away from anything crude while still being adult and gory.
This isn't a book for the faint-hearted with some wonderful but graphic descriptions. However, if you like dark and gothic definitely give this a try.
Tate (25 KP) rated Stitching Snow in Books
Jun 28, 2018
I could not put this book down. I was sucked into a new world. A fairy tale retelling of the highest caliber, Stiching Snow has a familiar storyline with delicious twists every time you turn a page!
Family Guy Presents: It's a Trap (2010)
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The Griffins reprise their intergalactic roles in an outrageous retelling of Return of the Jedi.