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Book Vs. Movie: Tales of the City

The 1978 Book Vs. The 1993 Limited Series

The Margos are celebrating Pride Month with one of the most beloved books and adaptations of the last 50 years. Armistead Maupin’s captivating series, Tales of the City, is set in vibrant San Francisco. Initially a newspaper serial in the Pacific Sun and the San Francisco Chronicle, this collection of novels was adapted into a beloved 1993 miniseries focusing on events from the first book. Celebrated for its authentic representation of LGBTQ+ lives and community, the series broke ground in television for its inclusive storytelling.

Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.

Tales of the City (1994) Laura Linney, Olympia Dukakis, Chloe Webb, & Armistead Maupin – Book Vs Movie Podcast

Book Vs. Movie: Tales of the City The 1978 Book Vs. The 1993 Limited Series The Margos are celebrating Pride Month with one of the most beloved books and adaptations of the last 50 years. https://www.armisteadmaupin.com/ captivating series, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tales_of_the_City, is set in vibrant San Francisco.

In this ep, the Margos discuss:

Clips used:

  • Mary Ann meets Mrs. Madrigal
  • Tales of the City (1993 trailer)
  • Edgar meets Anna
  • Brian meets Mary Ann
  • Mary Ann talks to her mother
  • Music by John E. Keane 

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