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Shroggie
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My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
I finally saw it last night and I was so disapointed. The book was 1000 times better IMO. I hated how it ended, and I didn't like how they left the whole Julia/Campbell storyline out.
I really think they should have kept with the original ending. It was so much more tragic, and really made the story.
Anyone else feel like I do?
Now, does this belong on Entertainment or Storyboard?? 
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Jackie24
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
I may not even see it for this reason alone. The book was incredible! It's hard to come close to the original.
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| Posted 6/27/09 9:04 AM |
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dm24angel
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
So Im assuming no one died in the end then? I didnt see, but dont plan to, I dont think the movie and that cast can ever do that book any justice.
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| Posted 6/27/09 10:15 AM |
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Shroggie
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by dm24angel
So Im assuming no one died in the end then? I didnt see, but dont plan to, I dont think the movie and that cast can ever do that book any justice.
There was never a car accident. Kate dies, not Anna.
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| Posted 6/27/09 12:07 PM |
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BunnyWife
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by Shroggie
Posted by dm24angel
So Im assuming no one died in the end then? I didnt see, but dont plan to, I dont think the movie and that cast can ever do that book any justice.
There was never a car accident. Kate dies, not Anna.
I actually disliked that book because of the ending. It seemed so ridiculous and melodramatic to me.
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| Posted 6/27/09 12:56 PM |
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Little-J-Mommy
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by Shroggie
I finally saw it last night and I was so disapointed. The book was 1000 times better IMO. I hated how it ended, and I didn't like how they left the whole Julia/Campbell storyline out.
I really think they should have kept with the original ending. It was so much more tragic, and really made the story.
Anyone else feel like I do?
Now, does this belong on Entertainment or Storyboard??
I saw this too last night....HOLY CRY FEST I've never been in a theater that had women outwardly sobbing. It was crazy. ITA about the ending though. I read the book probably like 2 or 3 years ago so I didn't hold on to every detail, but the ending was def in my memory bank. My friend and I were quite disappointed that they changed it
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| Posted 6/27/09 2:06 PM |
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by BunnyWife
Posted by Shroggie
Posted by dm24angel
So Im assuming no one died in the end then? I didnt see, but dont plan to, I dont think the movie and that cast can ever do that book any justice.
There was never a car accident. Kate dies, not Anna.
I actually disliked that book because of the ending. It seemed so ridiculous and melodramatic to me. [/QUOTE
oh, i loved the book ending! i definitely will not see the movie then. thanks for posting this, i would not have wanted to waste my $$.
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| Posted 6/27/09 2:09 PM |
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Jackie24
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
I was watching the review on tv and they said it was a true story, I believe this isn't true?
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| Posted 6/27/09 11:35 PM |
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TaraHutch
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by BunnyWife
Posted by Shroggie
Posted by dm24angel
So Im assuming no one died in the end then? I didnt see, but dont plan to, I dont think the movie and that cast can ever do that book any justice.
There was never a car accident. Kate dies, not Anna.
I actually disliked that book because of the ending. It seemed so ridiculous and melodramatic to me.
ITA!
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| Posted 6/28/09 5:50 AM |
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Shroggie
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by Jackie24
I was watching the review on tv and they said it was a true story, I believe this isn't true?
Yeah, I think in the beginning (or end, I cant remember) of the movie it said "Based n a true story".
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| Posted 6/28/09 9:40 AM |
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BunnyWife
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
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Posted by Shroggie
Posted by dm24angel
So Im assuming no one died in the end then? I didnt see, but dont plan to, I dont think the movie and that cast can ever do that book any justice.
There was never a car accident. Kate dies, not Anna.
I actually disliked that book because of the ending. It seemed so ridiculous and melodramatic to me.
ITA!
Brilliant minds think alike
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| Posted 6/28/09 11:24 AM |
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TaraHutch
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by BunnyWife
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ITA!
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| Posted 6/28/09 12:23 PM |
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GioiaMia
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
OMG I agree about the ending of the book - just finished it and I actually rolled my eyes when that happened.
After such a great story, it was like she gave up at the end and just wanted to finish it!
Havent seen the movie, but probably won't until it comes out on DVD
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| Posted 6/29/09 10:14 AM |
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pinkiegirl
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
I loved the movie until the ending...The book was not done any justice because they didn't stick with the amazing ending from the book IMO!
I will say I cried the entire time...full blown sobbing in parts.
The ending of the book is the entire premise of the book.. Kate is really My Sister's Keeper...not Anna...
Jodi Picoult should never have allowed this to happen!!!
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| Posted 6/29/09 10:31 AM |
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
When I saw the trailer, I decided to read the book. I really enjoyed it, even though I sobbed like a baby at the end. I saw the movie got mixed reviews and I wasn't totally convinced that Cameron Diaz could pull off the role. I may just wait until it's on video to see it, I don't get many opportunities to get to the movies so I want to make sure I use it wisely.
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| Posted 6/29/09 5:11 PM |
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Shroggie
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by steph4777
When I saw the trailer, I decided to read the book. I really enjoyed it, even though I sobbed like a baby at the end. I saw the movie got mixed reviews and I wasn't totally convinced that Cameron Diaz could pull off the role. I may just wait until it's on video to see it, I don't get many opportunities to get to the movies so I want to make sure I use it wisely.
Actually, I think that Cameron Diaz did a really good job. I was suprised.
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MelToddJulia
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Well I didn't read the book, but I saw the movie and I loved it!!! Cried like a baby!
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| Posted 6/29/09 8:41 PM |
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Little-J-Mommy
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by Shroggie
Posted by steph4777
When I saw the trailer, I decided to read the book. I really enjoyed it, even though I sobbed like a baby at the end. I saw the movie got mixed reviews and I wasn't totally convinced that Cameron Diaz could pull off the role. I may just wait until it's on video to see it, I don't get many opportunities to get to the movies so I want to make sure I use it wisely.
Actually, I think that Cameron Diaz did a really good job. I was suprised.
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DandN
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
I read the book but I just couldnt accept the premise. While I understand wanting to be able to make your own medical decisions, I couldnt get past the fact that Anna's winning her legal battle could kill her sister (either delaying the operation too long or opting not to do it).
I have a sister and I'd do anything for her. Granted, I wasnt conceived to save her life - but still, I just couldnt get into the argument of the book.
I also agree with what others wrote - I found the ending to be melodramatic.
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honeywolf73
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by Jackie24
I was watching the review on tv and they said it was a true story, I believe this isn't true?
This story was in one of the magazines (red book or good housekeeping) that my mom had a long long time ago. before i heard of the book. (not sure if the article or the book came first tho or if the situation was just similar).
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| Posted 7/1/09 2:28 PM |
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nicrae
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Re: My Sisters Keeper - The Movie vs The Book (spoilers)
Posted by DandN
I read the book but I just couldnt accept the premise. While I understand wanting to be able to make your own medical decisions, I couldnt get past the fact that Anna's winning her legal battle could kill her sister (either delaying the operation too long or opting not to do it).
I have a sister and I'd do anything for her. Granted, I wasnt conceived to save her life - but still, I just couldnt get into the argument of the book.
I also agree with what others wrote - I found the ending to be melodramatic.
If you remember at the end of the book we find out that the legal battle wasn't Anna's idea at all. It was Kate's.
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