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An extraordinary variety of writers, who often suffered terrible adversity throughout their lives, created wonderful places full of happiness in which children lived far from the sorrows of adult life.

Margaret Atwood: A Word After a Word After a Word Is Power
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Margaret Atwood: A Word After a Word After a Word Is Power(2019)

7.6
94Minutes

A Word After a Word After a Word Is Power is a documentary that delves into the life and work of Margaret Atwood, one of the most influential writers of our time. Through interviews, archival footage, and insights from Atwood herself, the film explores the themes that have shaped her writing, including feminism, totalitarianism, and ecology. From her childhood in Ottawa, Canada, to her rise to literary fame, the documentary offers a portrait of an artist who has used her words to challenge and provoke. It also touches on Atwood's personal life, including her battle with dementia and her love for ornithology.

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Hamlet Within
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Hamlet Within(2022)

6.3
86Minutes

A radical cinematic investigation into the myth of Hamlet, the avenging prince of Denmark, William Shakespeare's creature; his origins and his unending influence on many diverse cultures.

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Wuthering Heights: Love, Hate and Vengeance
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Wuthering Heights: Love, Hate and Vengeance(2022)

7
54Minutes

In 1847, British writer Emily Brontë (1818-48), perhaps the most enigmatic of the three Brontë sisters, published her novel Wuthering Heights, a dark romance set in the desolation of the moors, a unique work of early Victorian literature that stunned contemporary critics.

Stephen King: A Necessary Evil
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Stephen King: A Necessary Evil(2020)

7
53Minutes

The American writer Stephen King has been one of the world's best-selling authors for decades. How can the overwhelming success of his numerous works be explained? Perhaps by the boundless inventiveness of his literature? And what else is behind the longevity of his astonishing career?

The Trials of Oscar Wilde
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The Trials of Oscar Wilde(1960)

7.1
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PG
125Minutes

The Trials of Oscar Wilde follows the life of the famous playwright and poet as he faces a scandalous trial and societal backlash due to his homosexuality. Set in the late 19th century, the movie explores themes of homophobia, societal hypocrisy, and class distinction. Wilde's relationship with Lord Alfred Douglas and the subsequent blackmail threats add to the drama and complexity of the story. It is a captivating portrayal of the struggles faced by Wilde and the impact of his trial on his personal and professional life.

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In 1991, American Psycho, the third novel by controversial writer Bret Easton Ellis, provoked heated discussions among critics and readers alike; an extraordinarily disturbing book that transported its readers into the mind of Patrick Bateman, a cynical mergers and acquisitions executive obsessed with brands, inconsequential details, pop culture and brutal murder.

Who was Homer, and what is the meaning of The Odyssey? In this documentary we follow the footsteps of Ulysses, also known by his Greek name Odysseus—a hero as relevant today as he was nearly three thousand years ago, on a journey across some of the most fascinating landscapes and seascapes of the Mediterranean region. With the help of prominent international scholars, we seek to resolve the questions that still surround one of humanity’s greatest literary works and its enigmatic author.

Between 1967 and 1976, Italian writer Goliarda Sapienza (1924-76) wrote The Art of Joy, a subversive novel about the dazzling social ascent of a rebellious heroine; too scandalous to be published at that contradictory time.

Though You May Not Know
Movie

Though You May Not Know(2016)

7.3
71Minutes

An account of the life and work of the Spanish poet Luis García Montero; a journey through his experiences, his mentors, his influences and his contact with other artists, both from the literary world and from other disciplines.

Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin
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Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin(2018)

7.4
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67Minutes

The extraordinary life story of science fiction and fantasy writer Ursula K. Le Guin (1929-2018) who, in spite of remaining for many years on the sidelines of the mainstream literature, managed to be recognized as one of the most remarkable US writers of all time, due to the relevance of her work and her commitment to the human condition.

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100 Years of Ulysses
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100 Years of Ulysses(2022)

7.4
51Minutes

Paris, France, February 2, 1922. The novel Ulysses, by Irish writer James Joyce (1882-1941), is published by US poet Sylvia Beach (1887-1962), owner of the small bookstore Shakespeare & Co. The book, whose writing consumed seven years of Joyce's life, years in which his family was in financial need, would have a profound and unprecedented impact on 20th century literature and culture.

Words for an End of the World
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Words for an End of the World(2020)

7.5
98Minutes

In the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War, 'Words for an End of the World' delves into the consequences of fascism on freedom of speech. The film sheds light on the conspiracy theories and political repression prevalent during the 1930s in Salamanca, Spain. Through the lens of a renowned Spanish writer, it reflects the anti-fascist sentiments and the struggle to preserve Spanish literature and culture.

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Terenci: la fabulación infinita
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Terenci: la fabulación infinita(2023)

91Minutes

An account of the life and work of the charismatic Spanish writer Terenci Moix (1942-2003).

Tolkien: The True Story of the Rings
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Tolkien: The True Story of the Rings(2024)

7.5
91Minutes

An analysis of the sources of inspiration that fed the imagination of the British writer, poet and philologist J. R. R. Tolkien (1892-1973), great master of epic fantasy.

The Emma Bovary Trial
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The Emma Bovary Trial(2021)

6.8
53Minutes

On January 31, 1857, the French writer Gustave Flaubert (1821-80) took his place in the dock for contempt of public morality and religion. The accused, the real one, is, through him, Emma Bovary, heroine with a thousand faces and a thousand desires, guilty without doubt of an unforgivable desire to live.

With Love from Truman
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With Love from Truman(1966)

7.3
30Minutes

At his Long Island beach house, and on the occasion of the publication of his masterful nonfiction novel In Cold Blood, reporter Karen Dennison interviews celebrated writer Truman Capote, who displays his exuberant personality, makes witty jokes, shares his thoughts on writing, reflects on various aspects of the book and, in a sweet and endearing voice, reads and explains some of its highlights.

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Discover a curated selection of movies and TV shows that delve into the captivating world of literature history. Immerse yourself in the lives of renowned authors, explore iconic literary works, and witness the influence of literature on society through compelling storytelling. From adaptations of classic novels to biopics of literary legends, these titles are sure to spark a love for both literature and cinema.

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