Welcome to “Based on a Book”, the podcast that started with a shared love for failed book clubs, bad books, and binge-watching. We’re your hosts Crystal, Lindsey, and Keri: 3 work besties with the ultimate book-based friendship. Each episode, we dive into the captivating stories that make the leap from page to screen and everything in between. From timeless classics to modern bestsellers, we explore the adaptations that bring our favorite books to life. Join us as we dissect the differences, celebrate the successes, and discuss what makes these stories resonate in print, on screen, and in airwaves. Expect plenty of laughs, surprising insights, and a healthy dose of literary gossip! Whether you're a book lover, a movie buff, or just love a good story, “Based on a Book'' has something for you. Tune in here for the page-turners and plot twists that you won’t want to miss!
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Welcome to “Based on a Book”, the podcast that started with a shared love for failed book clubs, bad books, and binge-watching. We’re your hosts Crystal, Lindsey, and Keri: 3 work besties with the ultimate book-based friendship. Each episode, we dive into the captivating stories that make the leap from page to screen and everything in between. From timeless classics to modern bestsellers, we explore the adaptations that bring our favorite books to life. Join us as we dissect the differences, celebrate the successes, and discuss what makes these stories resonate in print, on screen, and in airwaves. Expect plenty of laughs, surprising insights, and a healthy dose of literary gossip! Whether you're a book lover, a movie buff, or just love a good story, “Based on a Book'' has something for you. Tune in here for the page-turners and plot twists that you won’t want to miss!
Follow us on social media for updates: https://beacons.ai/basedonabookpodcast
What happens when a disconnected rotary phone becomes your only lifeline? In this week's episode, we're diving into The Black Phone by Joe Hill and its chilling 2021 movie adaptation directed by Scott Derrickson. We explore how the short story stacks up against the film, from the terrifying Grabber and that iconic mask to the supernatural calls that blur the line between life and death. We'll break down the similarities, the differences, and why this adaptation captures the perfect mix of horror, heart, and suspense.
Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts Crystal and Keri.
Links to Books & Adaptations Discussed in this Episode:
* 20th Century Ghosts by Joe Hill [https://app.thestorygraph.com/books/be8971ea-0117-40d4-ba0c-33a394ee1127]
* The Black Phone (2021 Film) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7144666/]
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* 20th Century Ghosts by Joe Hill (The Black Phone Short Story) [https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=25361&awinaffid=2111371&ued=https%3A%2F%2Flibro.fm%2Faudiobooks%2F9780061554667]
Question of the Episode:
* The Grabber has his mask—if you were a horror villain, what signature prop or accessory would you use?
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Chapters:
(00:00) Introductions
(01:09) Ratings and Non-Spoiler Discussion
(07:50) Book vs Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)
(47:06) Final Verdict & Question of the Episode
Based on a Book
Welcome to “Based on a Book”, the podcast that started with a shared love for failed book clubs, bad books, and binge-watching. We’re your hosts Crystal, Lindsey, and Keri: 3 work besties with the ultimate book-based friendship. Each episode, we dive into the captivating stories that make the leap from page to screen and everything in between. From timeless classics to modern bestsellers, we explore the adaptations that bring our favorite books to life. Join us as we dissect the differences, celebrate the successes, and discuss what makes these stories resonate in print, on screen, and in airwaves. Expect plenty of laughs, surprising insights, and a healthy dose of literary gossip! Whether you're a book lover, a movie buff, or just love a good story, “Based on a Book'' has something for you. Tune in here for the page-turners and plot twists that you won’t want to miss!
Follow us on social media for updates: https://beacons.ai/basedonabookpodcast
