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Angela's Ashes

Aug 08, 2005 21:38

I rented the movie version of Angela's Ashes tonight and it really follows the book well. You just can't imagine the depth of their poverty until you see it for yourself (well, on the screen). Having lived in America or just in this day and age really and never experiencing anything like it, one can't visualize how disgusting and dirty their ( Read more... )

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betty76 August 9 2005, 03:34:11 UTC

I was wondering if the movie was gonna be as good as the book. I loved the book. Has anyone read the next book 'Tis?

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rabidpixie August 20 2005, 02:14:14 UTC

My friend has it and is going to let me borrow it. It should be cool to hear the same story from a different perspective. I'm not even sure if it is the same story...it could be a different point in their lives. hmm

betty76 August 27 2005, 19:17:52 UTC

Eh, 'Tis isn't the same story from a different perspective. 'Tis is also written by Frank McCourt (author of Angela's Ashes) and continues the story of Angelas Ashes after he immigrants to the US.

rabidpixie August 27 2005, 19:52:06 UTC

ohhhh well i'd like to know that part too so awesome! i wonder if they'll make a sequel to the movie...