A continuation of my previous blog and the question is the book always better than the film?Film: Nosferatu: Phantom der NachtDirector: Werner HerzogYear of Release: 1979I am a huge fan of European cinema and Werner Herzog is one of my favourite German directors of all time. The film was part of a five-part collaboration with eccentric actor and dramatist Klaus Kinski. This particular version of Nosferatu is based on Bram Stoker's 'Dracula', a classic novel written in 1897. It is set in Wismar, Germany and examines the set of circumstances that follow Count Dracula's journey to Western Europe in search of new victims.In this example of 'book vs film', it is too difficult for me to decide which I prefer. Herzog's interpretation provides fantastic entertainment and although the characters are manipulated in his vision, it makes for a wonderful story. Instead of the traditional power hungry, creature of the night, this Count Dracula is alone, desperate for love and companionship. During his first visit to Lucy, the heroine of the story, Dracula confesses his desperation and she mocks him, making the Count appear most timid. On the other hand, one of the reasons that I fell in love with Bram Stoker's novel in the first place is that it provided the foundations of Dracula, a demonic, mystical creature and one of the most feared figures in literature. Herzog dismantles that figure, making Nosferatu a difficult, but brilliant film to watch.In this case I recommend the book over the film. This is a fantastic piece of cinema, but if you have to decide which to explore first, go with the book!If you can think of any other examples of whether you preferred a book to a film interpretation, please feel free to comment!Vocabulary:Interpretation - A rendering or translation of another persons idea/work.Mock - to laugh at.Demonic - like a demon; evil.Youtube video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5-J1a6WPJc
I'll have to disagree with both of you. I don't even understand why some people prefer the book rahter than the movie. By watching the movie, you can clearly see wat is happening and there will be clear visual. As to the book, you'll have to create the image in your head by reading it. Plus if you have some words that you can't understand, you'll have a gap on a story.
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I'll have to disagree with both of you. I don't even understand why some people prefer the book rahter than the movie. By watching the movie, you can clearly see wat is happening and there will be clear visual. As to the book, you'll have to create the image in your head by reading it. Plus if you have some words that you can't understand, you'll have a gap on a story.