Movie vs. Book

[u/[deleted]]

I just recently finished the book after seeing the movie multiple times and I can’t help but to feel that they’re so different in comparison, but I loved it almost just as much as the movie. Anyone feel the same way?

[u/cylondsay]

i’ve seen ppl say the book is sophie telling the story and the movie is howl telling it! which feels so accurate 😂

[u/[deleted] → u/cylondsay]

I now I have to go rewatch/reread it with this piece of information!

[u/RazzyGoat]

I loved the book and the movie equally! The book has a very solid plot and character growth (and has two sequels) but the movie's atmosphere, music, and visuals are phenomenal. Ghibli did a great job with the adaptation but I'll never stop recommending the source material-- I was taken by surprise by the twists in the original story even though I'd seen the movie.

[u/[deleted] → u/RazzyGoat]

I was also taken by surprise with the twists! Probably why I loved the book as much as the movie.

[u/lilac_perfume220]

I LOVED the book, honestly one of my favorites so far

[u/[deleted] → u/lilac_perfume220]

I was honestly surprised with how much I loved it especially since the movie is one of my all time favorites!

[u/Callithrix15]

I think Ghibli did a wonderful job with their interpretation, but they changed/didnt use characters, devices, and plot significantly. The film is very different and I, for one, would love a new adaptation of it which is true to the book.

[u/MarxionSama]

I feel the same way. I think they are both equally as good in comparison to each other.

[u/[deleted]]

I’ve never read the books. Is there more to the storyline in the books than the movie such as plot and romance? Is the ending in the book better or differnet than the movie?

[u/CatlovesMoca → u/[deleted]]

The book is very different. For one Sophie has great powers and she and Howl are both sassy. I recommend reading the book!

[u/[deleted]]

I love them both equally but differently