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Re: Bicentennial Man (spoilers, and quite lengthy)
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lugnet.off-topic.debate
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Wed, 29 Dec 1999 21:51:19 GMT
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In lugnet.off-topic.debate, John DiRienzo writes:
> Because of your description of this movie, I have made plans to go see
> it. Your "scathing" review has interested me in something I would have
> skipped, so thanks Dave!. It sounds typical of movies, to leave much of the
> story out, so should I read it first? I think I did 12 years ago. Maybe
> thats why Larry could sense the characterization that didn't actually occur
> in the film. On that note, I often enjoy sucky movies when I have already
> read (and enjoyed) the book they are based on.
The short story is among my favorites in any genre, so I recommend it
whether you plan to see the film or not. I confess that I don't see how
characterization that isn't in a film can affect the film, except by its
absence, regardless of its presence or absence from other media. I'm sure
there are some who've enjoyed the movie, and more power to them! For me,
though, it falls short of what the original story could have been.
Dave!
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