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It Is Tricky To Turn a Best-Selling Novel into a Hit Movie
Hollywood critics discuss cinema adaptations of popular novels noting risks in translating inner thoughts to screen. Portnoy's Complaint faces sharp reviews for content and craft while Godfather showcases success through presold appeal and strong casting. Many titles, from Catch 22 to Exodus, illustrate mixed outcomes in adapting best sellers to film.
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Joseph Heller
William Peter Blatty
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Mario Puzo
Herman Raucher
Eli Kazan