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Kathryn Lasky·2019·Director: N/A
45%
Faithfulness
3.9
Book Rating
4.0
Movie Rating
Platform: Amazon Prime
Holliday Grainger, Lia Williams, Ron Perlman
The Book
Soren, a young barn owl, is captured by the sinister owl society called St Aegolius Academy for Orphaned Owls, where owls are taught to believe nothing exists beyond the walls.
The Film
When a British soldier is charged with a crime, the tenacious young detective handling his case begins to uncover a conspiracy. The story blends elements of crime and psychological thriller rather than the original fantasy themes of the book.
Key Differences
The film is a contemporary crime thriller, whereas the book is a fantasy novel. The main characters and setting differ significantly, with the film focusing on a British soldier and detective, not fantasy protagonists. The film explores themes of surveillance and conspiracy, absent from the book's magical narrative.
Our Verdict
Read the book firstBecause the film diverges greatly from the book's fantasy roots and focuses on a different genre and story, it is recommended to read the book first to appreciate its original themes and narrative. The series stands well on its own as a thriller but is not a faithful adaptation.
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