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SUMMARY:Adaptation: A Book to Film Society
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Hampton Public Libraries, Hampton Arts is excited to announce Adaptation:  A Book to Film Society, where participants (ages 15+) explore how stories are adapted from page to screen.Participants will read chosen books on their own (hard-copies and digital access available through reservation at Hampton Public Libraries; or you may read your own copy). After reading the book, participants will join a virtual watch party via Zoom followed by a group discussion.Discussion topics include:the art of how some great books are adapted into even greater filmswhy some best-sellers fail in their film adaptationdiscovering how stories come to life in new ways through:the words of authors and screenwritersa director’s visionan actor’s interpretationour own imaginations and perceptionOur first book/film will be William Goldman’s “The Princess Bride.” Register by October 12 for the October 26 film watch party!Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Society will temporarily meet online. Thereafter, activities will resume at The American Theatre (125 East Mellen Street).Become a Charter Member of the Society now! Registration is open until the first Monday of the month.DATES:         October 12 (DEADLINE EXTENDED) – Online Registration Due (Active Net, $20 Monthly Fee)October 12 – Libraries to hold book reservations through this date (optional)October 19 – Reading Discussion (6:00PM-8:30PM)October 26 – Movie Viewing and Discussion (6:00PM-8:30PM) (November's book is chosen)
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