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Duncan Hannah recommended The Soft Skin (1964) in Movies (curated)
ArecRain (8 KP) rated Blood and Chocolate in Books
Jan 18, 2018
All in all, I thought it was an amazing novel that was, of course, ruined by it being translated, horribly at that, into a movie. I thought that the characters and the situation they were in was not only possible but highly believably for their werewolf world. I literally could not put the book down.
The Chocolate Lady (94 KP) rated The Elegance of the Hedgehog in Books
Oct 5, 2020
Whoever translated this from the French is an excellent writer themselves. The language is nothing short of elegant, and reminiscent of Ondaatje. The story is simple but the characters are so vivid and special, they draw you in. Simply a lovely read from start to finish (and the twist in the end isn't bad, either).
Peter G. (247 KP) rated Crank (2006) in Movies
Jun 5, 2019
If ever a computer game translated to real life this would be it.
It moves at a crazy pace and resembles Grand Theft Auto in its execution, it's a joy to watch if you disengage your brain and strap in as Chev despatches those in his way as he attempts to keep his heart rate up.
It moves at a crazy pace and resembles Grand Theft Auto in its execution, it's a joy to watch if you disengage your brain and strap in as Chev despatches those in his way as he attempts to keep his heart rate up.
Sam (228 KP) rated The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) in Movies
Oct 28, 2019
Unique Animation (3 more)
Storyline Unlike Any
Other
Charming Characfers
Outstanding Soundtrack
An Animation So Unique it Holds Up Against Time
Even after all this time this film is outstandingly unique in every way. From the music to the iconic characters to the simple way the animation is translated over into film. This film was and always will be a masterpiece in its own right from the sheer uniqueness of the whole film.
Hazel (2934 KP) rated The Little Old Lady Who Broke All the Rules in Books
Jan 12, 2018
I really enjoyed this - a little unrealistic but would love to see this happen in real life if only to show that 'old' people are not useless or boring and have dreams and aspirations as much as anyone else. I actually know a few people who would love to be in the characters shoes!
I liked the writing style and pace of the book and was very impressed on how well it was translated.
I liked the writing style and pace of the book and was very impressed on how well it was translated.
Jane Goodall recommended In The Shadow Of Man in Books (curated)
The Chocolate Lady (94 KP) rated Klotsvog in Books
Oct 7, 2020
3.5* If you’ve ever wanted to understand what the term “unreliable narrator” means, the story of Maya Abramovna Klotsvog, who lives in the USSR after WWII, by Margarita Khemlin is an excellent example. Told like a memoir, this novel translated by Lisa C. Hayden, seems simple but is very different. See what I thought about it in my #bookreview here. https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2019/08/23/but-that-is-not-my-point/
Sara Cox (1845 KP) rated Seven Viking Romances in Books
Aug 13, 2018
This is very easy to read, unlike a lot of translated classics. I highly recommend it. It is interesting as to what is classified as a romance, as the first story of the the seven wouldn't be deemed to the modern standards of romantic. However, after getting to know the definition of romance in this context, this is very different to the way we look at romance - in terms of love and gestures, the book becomes increasingly interesting.