Don’t Judge a Book by its Movie is a feature on The Candid Cover spotlighting and reviewing book to movie adaptations.
Book vs. Movie: The Little Prince
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is one childhood book that everyone should revisit. The touching tale of the innocence of childhood, friendship, and loss is presented in a way that children can relate to, but there is so much that can be taken and learned as adults from this beautifully written story. While the movie is extremely touching and well done, there are some differences that might surprise fans of the book. Nonetheless, this film really does explore the themes and messages that Antoine de Saint-Exupéry intended in this wonderful film.
Title: The Little PrinceAuthor: Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Narrator: Humphrey Bower
Publisher: Harcourt
Cast: Jeff Bridges, James Franco, Marion Cotillard
Director: Mark Osborne
Screenplay: Irean Brignull and Robert Persichetti Jr.
Genres: Fantasy, Middle Grade, Young Adult Fiction
Publication Date: June 29, 2000 (first published April 1943)
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Moral allegory and spiritual autobiography, The Little Prince is the most translated book in the French language. With a timeless charm it tells the story of a little boy who leaves the safety of his own tiny planet to travel the universe, learning the vagaries of adult behaviour through a series of extraordinary encounters. His personal odyssey culminates in a voyage to Earth and further adventures.
❀ Well- Narrated Audiobook
The audiobook edition of The Little Prince is a well narrated story and really captures the attention of the listener. Although one must research the drawings that are included in the print edition to fully understand the context of the story, the audio version is one not to be missed. In a mere two hours, you can listen to the entire book and be mesmerized by the main characters, the aviator and the Little Prince. The listener can really get a feel for the emotions and the bonds that form between the various characters in the book through Humphrey Bower’s gorgeous voice and impressive ability to make his audience feel empathy and understanding of the message in the book.
❀ New Female Character Introduced in the Film
When watching the film, one is transported back to the Little Prince’s original story in a whole new way. The drawings and quite a bit of the text are included in the movie. However, there is a very interesting presentation of the story that viewers will experience through the eyes of a new female character. While at first I was a little disappointed, I quickly came to love this new version of the story. Without spoiling the plot, there is so much more that movie-goers will experience in this film and it absolutely will have you reaching for a big box of tissues.
❀ The film will delight
So, although there are differences between the book and the movie, I absolutely believe that this film will delight everyone. There really is something for everyone in this movie and I highly recommend it. Also, as it is a quick read, I think a visit with the story before seeing the film is helpful, as some parts are not fully described. This book should not be judged by its movie, but the movie is one that is not to be missed!
About Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
ANTOINE DE SAINT-EXUPÉRY, the "Winged Poet," was born in Lyon, France, in 1900. A pilot at twenty-six, he was a pioneer of commercial aviation and flew in the Spanish Civil War and World War II. His writings include The Little Prince, Wind, Sand and Stars, Night Flight, Southern Mail, and Airman's Odyssey. In 1944, while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron, he disappeared over the Mediterranean.
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IN all honesty, I have never heard of the book or the movie. But I am a fan of animation, so I think I would enjoy it even at my old age!
This book is a CLASSIC. I’m a youngster, and I don’t really understand some of the concepts, but I KNOW that it is amazingly written! I totally didn’t realize there was a movie!
I need to read this book! And I had no idea there was also a movie!!
This is the most wondeful story ever! I grew up with this book which is for all ages! Great post!
This is a fantastic book which I love. I’m not sure I’m ready for a movie version, but I will think about it!
I’ve never read the book, but I know it’s a beloved classic for many. I might have to get to it and then check out the movie. Glad you enjoyed it!
I love this book! Just last month, we watched the movie and I didn’t expect I was going to love it!
This looks like a good book/movie
The Little Prince is my ultimate favourite book. I re-read it just a couple of days ago. The film didn’t come out in the UK however, but I hear that it will be on Netflix at some point. If that doesn’t work out, I’ll get the DVD.
I am glad to know that even though there are some differences in the book and the movie that you still think it is a good film.
My nieces would like both the movie and the book. Thanks.
This is another one I know nothing about! I love finding new reads and movies here!
This sounds awesome!
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