Hey there, Neighbors! We’ve put our eyes and ears on lots of interesting things that we want to share with you guys. We have our usual dose of 90 Day Fiancee, RHONJ, and Love After Lockup, but Margo recs a couple of new shows (Instant Hotel) on Netflix & WE TV; and both neighbors talk MTV’s Lindsay Lohan’s Beach House; & Janeanne Garafolo on the Bust live podcast. So much to talk about!
Book Vs Movie
“Catch Me If You Can” (Replay)
The 1980 nonfiction (ish) book by Frank Abagnale & Stan Redding Vs the 2002 Steven Spielberg Film
Plus, The Margos pick their all-time favorite Hanks & DiCaprio performances
The Margos go for the short con here and discuss all things Frank Abagnale, a man who between 16-21 years old was the most competent (and weirdly likable) fraud impersonating a pilot, lawyer, doctor, and teacher before finally getting caught by the FBI. He also cashed fraudulent checks around the U.S. and around the world to the tune of over $2 million.
Frank’s story is incredible and it makes for both a fun read and movie (though we do have a definite preference in this episode!)
The film ultimately adapted by Stephen Spielberg and filmed in over 100 locations in 54 days which is unheard of and adds to the pacing of the movie. But what changes were made to make Frank’s life seem more “movie-friendly?” Do they add value? What does Frank himself think of Catch Me if You Can? Find out in this episode!
In this ep the Margos discuss :
Clips Featured:
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Happy New Years, Neighbors! Here’s hoping 2019 brings us more fabulous garbage fires to discuss. So let’s get to it–we talk the #90DayFiancee Finale; #LoveAfterLockup; #Netflix’s latest gem, Tidying Up #MarieKondo; #BirdBox; revisiting #TheSopranos; JFK Jr; the R. Kelly doc, and some great podcast recs. (Hello @trashydivorces) Are you ready for it?
Book Vs Movie
The Margos follow the yellow brick road and my, have their been some changes between the book and movie!
“Toto, I don’t think we are in Kansas anymore.” The Wizard of Oz is filled with some of the most quoted-lines in cinema history along with a truly scary villain and one of the most covered songs ever–Somewhere Over the Rainbow. So how does it compare to the 1900 book written by the enigmatic L. Frank Baum?
The Margos covered this very topic a few years ago and the results were–let’s just say a bit messy. (We had NO idea how to record properly back then!) However, we loved learning all about Baum and the trivia behind the Judy Garland classic film–that we decided to revisit Oz.
This episode is chock full of information, trivia, and tidbits that you can feel free to drop on unsuspecting friends and family at dinner parties in the future. Such as, how heavy was the Lion costume? What did Margaret Hamilton’s agent tell her when she was offered the part of the Wicked Witch of the West? The original color of Dorothy’s shoes from the book? What scenes and songs were deleted from the final version?
So after doing all of this research, which version did we Margos like better? Check out the link below to find out!
In this ep the Margos discuss :
Clips used:
Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/
Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.com
Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com
Brought to you by Audible.com You can sign up for a FREE 30-day trial here http://www.audible.com/?source_code=PDTGBPD060314004R
Margo D. @BrooklynFitChik www.brooklynfitchick.com brooklynfitchick@gmail.com
Margo P. @ShesNachoMama http://thechingonahomesteader.weebly.com/
Check out this NEW episode of Book Vs. Movie!Book Vs Movie
The Margos follow the yellow brick road and my, have their been some changes between the book and movie!
“Toto, I don’t think we are in Kansas anymore.” The Wizard of Oz is filled with some of the most quoted-lines in cinema history along with a truly scary villain and one of the most covered songs ever–Somewhere Over the Rainbow. So how does it compare to the 1900 book written by the enigmatic L. Frank Baum?
The Margos covered this very topic a few years ago and the results were–let’s just say a bit messy. (We had NO idea how to record properly back then!) However, we loved learning all about Baum and the trivia behind the Judy Garland classic film–that we decided to revisit Oz.
This episode is chock full of information, trivia, and tidbits that you can feel free to drop on unsuspecting friends and family at dinner parties in the future. Such as, how heavy was the Lion costume? What did Margaret Hamilton’s agent tell her when she was offered the part of the Wicked Witch of the West? The original color of Dorothy’s shoes from the book? What scenes and songs were deleted from the final version?
So after doing all of this research, which version did we Margos like better? Check out the link below to find out!
In this ep the Margos discuss :
Clips used:
Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/
Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.com
Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com
Brought to you by Audible.com You can sign up for a FREE 30-day trial here http://www.audible.com/?source_code=PDTGBPD060314004R
Margo D. @BrooklynFitChik www.brooklynfitchick.com brooklynfitchick@gmail.com
Margo P. @ShesNachoMama http://thechingonahomesteader.weebly.com/
Check out this NEW episode of Book Vs. Movie!Happy New Year, Neighbors! One year ending and a new one about to begin. What have we loved the most? We break down our faves from 2018 in movies/TV/podcasts, etc. Never fear, we still have 90 Day talk; recent binge-worthy shows like Bodyguard & Marcella, and lots, lots more. Merry New Year!
Book Vs. Movie Podcast (Replay)
“The Cider House Rules”
The 1985 John Irving Novel Vs. The 1999 Miramax Adaptation
Plus, the Margos pick their “Top 5 Hope-to-Cover” eps for 2019!
Finally! The Margos have been asked to cover John Irving ‘s The Cider House Rules many times so we decided to tackle it during the coldest winter known in the U.S. for ages. Here we discuss the interesting career of Irving and how he adapted his own sprawling novel into a neat and tidy Miramax film. Book Vs Movie–which did we like better? Tune in to find out! (Link below.)
Also, in the pre-show, we each pick our “Top 5 Hope-to-Cover in 2019” books/movies!
In this episode the Margos discuss:
Clips used:
The Cider House Rules original theatrical trailer
John Irving winning the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay
Ukelele Lady by Vaughn De Leath
Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/
Find us in Apple Podcasts
Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.com
Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com
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Margo P. @ShesNachoMama http://thechingonahomesteader.weebly.com/
Check out this NEW episode of Book Vs. Movie!
Sleigh bells ring, are ya listenin’ Neighbors? It’s that festive time of year & ya know what that means? Tons of binge-watching along with that binge-eating! We discuss our usual 90 Day mess; Margo checks in on Below Deck,gets a special message from Ashton; & gives her review of Bird Box. Erin breaks down 2 live holiday shows, as well as Killing Eve, Bodyguard, & The Americans. (You see a lot of TV when you’re sick!) Merry, merry, Neighbors!
Book Vs Movie
“It’s a Wonderful Life”
The Margos get out their hankies and talk about another holiday classic
“No man is a failure who has friends.” The Margos wanted to fit in one more holiday movie this year and what better way to celebrate than with the number one weepie of all time–It’s a Wonderful Life? (Yes, it was based on a short story The Greatest Gift by Philip Van Doren Stern and you can read it for yourself in under 15 minutes.)
The Greatest Gift is the story of a man named George Bailey who wants to commit suicide. An unnamed stranger gives George his wish to see how life would be like if he had never been born. In the end, he chooses life. Van Doren Stern wrote this short story (which took him several years to finish) in 1944 and at first, he could not find anyone willing to publish it. Eventually, he self-published 200 pamphlets and sent as a Christmas card to family and friends.
Director Frank Capra eventually landed the property and decided to completely revamp the story to include George’s childhood and more. It is now considered a classic film but at the time it was a bit of a box office failure and Capra never really had the opportunity to see how his work influenced generations of storytellers for decades now.
In this show, we discuss the differences between the short story and the film. Which version did the Margos like better? Check out the link below to find out!
In this ep the Margos discuss :
Clips used:
Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/
Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.com
Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com
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Margo D. @BrooklynFitChik www.brooklynfitchick.com brooklynfitchick@gmail.com
Margo P. @ShesNachoMama http://thechingonahomesteader.weebly.com/
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Stephen King Bonus Ep
“Needful Things”
Let’s hear it for another Stephen King bonus ep! SK superfans Margo D. and Deana of the Twisted Philly are back and wanting to talk some more about the character of Sheriff Alan Pangborn after recapping Hulu’s “Castle Rock.”
So we dusted off our first editions, listened to the King-narrated audiobook (25+hours!) and dove right into “Needful Things“–both the 1991 novel and the 1993 movie directed by Fraser Heston.
In true “Book vs Movie’ fashion–we discuss the differences between the two versions and decide which one we like better. (Oh, and Margo’s “Alexa” makes a brief appearance.)
You can listen to this episode using the link below.
In this special Stephen King bonus episode Margo & Deana discuss:
Clips used:
Needful Things trailer
Leland Gaunt in action
Don’t Fear the Reaper by Blue Oyster Cult
Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/
Find us in Apple Podcasts
Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.com
Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com
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Margo D. @BrooklynFitChik www.brooklynfitchick.com brooklynfitchick@gmail.com
Margo P. @ShesNachoMama http://thechingonahomesteader.weebly.com/
Check out this NEW episode of Book Vs. Movie!