Classic literary works are never lacking and have never ceased to have a great impact on us.
ELLE selected 10 films adapted from the most famous and most successfully performed classic literary works, these films have caused a lot of resonance in the hearts of the public as well as critics:
1. The Great Gatsby
Written by famous author Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald, it talks about the urban life of upper-class people in the early 20th century.
Written by famous author Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald about the urban life of upper-class people in the early 20th century, the plot is about old-fashioned love but the way it is expressed is the key to attracting people.
2. Anna Karenina
The film is based on Leo Tolstoy’s novel, Anna Karenina.
The film is based on Leo Tolstoy’s novel, Anna Karenina.
3. Dorian Gray
The film is adapted from the classic work of the talented writer Oscar Wilde: The Picture of Dorian Gray.
“Forever Young, Forever Cursed” is the message throughout the film, truly reflecting what the author is aiming for.
4. Pride and Prejudice
This romantic drama is based on the novel of the same name by author Jane Austen.
This romantic drama is based on the novel of the same name by author Jane Austen.
5. Oliver Twist
The film is adapted from Charles Dickens’ novel Oliver Twist but is presented as a different story.
The film is adapted from Charles Dickens’ novel Oliver Twist but is presented as a different story.
6. Les Miserables
Les Miserables can be called an outstanding work of the great poet Victor Hugo.
Les Miserables can be called an outstanding work of the great poet Victor Hugo.
7. The Count of Monte Cristo
This is one of Alexandre Dumas’s best novels and was adapted to the big screen in 1998.
This is one of Alexandre Dumas’ best novels and was adapted for the big screen in 1998. At first you won’t understand why Gerard Depardieu was cast in the role of the rich and handsome Edmond Dantes.
8. The Thorn Birds
Colleen McCullough’s novel begins with the story of a bird that can only sing once in its entire life.
Colleen McCullough’s novel begins with the story of a bird that can only sing once in its entire life.
9. Jane Eyre
This is one of the most successful film adaptations of Charlotte Bronte’s novels.
This is one of the most successful film adaptations of Charlotte Bronte’s novels.
10. Breakfast at Tiffany’s
The film is adapted from the short story of the same name by author Truman Capote with the main character being a poor girl Holly, who dreams of one day having a high-class life in New York.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s is considered a legendary film by famous actress Audrey Hepburn.
