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In this list that we prepared for you from Netflix you will be able to find several genres and multiple Oscar winners. The only certainty is that there is no lack of quality.
A Netflix presents a wide (and spectacular) range of films based on books. Many of these feature films have won over film critics, as can be seen from the reviews on Rotten Tomatoes and the opinions of our experts. A variety of fascinating literary adaptations are available on the streaming platform.
By exploring deep and complex themes, these films provide a unique experience. From historical dramas to contemporary romances, the range of films based on books available on Netflix offers something for everyone. These adaptations perfectly exemplify the inspirational capacity of written stories, transcending the pages of books to the big screen.
THE 7 NETFLIX FILMS THAT ARE BASED ON BOOKS
THE IRISH – 86%
A work by Martin Scorsese that was nominated for 10 Oscars! It is an epic saga about organized crime in the post-war United States told through the character of Frank Sheeran (Robert de Niro), a Second World War veteran turned hitman for the Mafia, who worked alongside some of the most famous figures of the 20th century.
The story spans several decades and tells of one of the biggest unsolved mysteries in the United States, the disappearance of union leader Jimmy Hoffa (Al Pacino) and takes us on a monumental journey through the dark corridors of organized crime and its intricacies, rivalries and connections. to the political sphere.
“In this three and a half hour nostalgic journey, Martin Scorsese reconnects with his masterpieces. It’s a masterful entry into the long and fruitful career of a filmmaker who is still able to forge such a vivid and melancholy portrait of the fatality of the human experience.“, wrote Daniel Rodrigues.
THE SNOW SOCIETY – 88%
It was 1972 when Flight 571 of the Uruguayan Air Force was carrying a rugby team to Chile when it crashed into a glacier in the heart of the Andes. Thus, only 29 of the 45 passengers survived, finding themselves in one of the most inhospitable environments in the world and forced to adopt extreme measures to survive.
IN THE WEST NOTHING NEW – 90%
Paul Bäumer, a 17-year-old young man, and other classmates, inflamed by patriotic fervor, decide to enlist in the Imperial German Army during the first years of the First World War, motivated by the desire to serve the Fatherland and Kaiser Wilhelm II. Inspired by the professor’s jingoistic speeches, they imagine heroic deeds as they march to the North of France, the scene of the conflict.
However, upon reaching the trenches, they are confronted with the chaos and horrors of war, which challenge their romantic visions. As they fight for survival, they confront the harsh reality that war is a game for politicians and generals, but for the common soldier, it is a death waltz on the battlefield. The film, which portrays this harrowing journey, was awarded 4 Oscars.
“The images impress above all due to their realistic staging, immediacy and topicality, sometimes they are even difficult to bear. It is, in fact, a heavy film, but very well acted by a remarkable group of young actors“, wrote our critic José Vieira Mendes.
BEASTS OF NO NATION – 91%
Set in West Africa, it tells the story of Agu (Abraham Attah), a young man who enjoys a carefree childhood in his village. The routine of playing with his brother, playing with friends in the refugee camp and having family dinners is suddenly interrupted by the arrival of armed troops from the capital. The aim is to suppress a rebellion against the country’s corrupt regime.
Agu’s mother and sister flee to a nearby town, leaving him behind with his father and brother. However, he ends up being alone when his father also disappears. Terrified, he seeks refuge in the forest. There, he is captured by an army of young rebels led by the charismatic Commander (Idris Elba). Then begins a saga of torture, initiation rituals and fiery speeches by the Commander.
ENOLA HOLMES – 91%
In the year 1884, in England, the world is on the verge of significant changes. On the morning she turns 16, Enola Holmes (Millie Bobby Brown) awakens to discover that her mother has disappeared, leaving behind an intriguing set of gifts, but with no clue as to her whereabouts or motive. After a childhood of freedom, Enola suddenly finds herself in the care of the Sherlock brothers, determined to send her to an etiquette school for young people.
Refusing to follow these plans, Enola runs away to London in search of her mother. However, when she becomes involved in a mystery surrounding a young fugitive Lord, she becomes a detective in her own right, outwitting her famous brother while uncovering a conspiracy that threatens to alter the course of history. This intriguing plot is featured in the Netflix film, which offers a new perspective on the Sherlock Holmes universe.
THE WHITE TIGER – 92%
Balram Halwai chronicles his epic rise from poor villager to successful businessman in modern India. Cunning and ambitious, he becomes a driver for Ashok and Pinky (Priyanka Chopra-Jonas), who have just returned from America. Society has trained Balram to be one thing – a servant – so he becomes indispensable to his wealthy bosses. However, after a night of betrayal, he realizes how corrupt they will be to catch him and save themselves. On the verge of losing everything, Balram rebels against a rigged and unequal system to rise up and become a new kind of master.
“The film is quite harsh and restless, combining several genres, ranging from satirical black comedy, interspersed with moments of classic melodrama, to the suspense of a film noir“, noted our expert José Vieira Mendes.
THE POWER OF THE DOG – 94%
In 1925, on a rural Montana farm, the Burbank brothers, Phil and George, quietly disagree as they manage the family farm. Phil, arrogant and rude, enjoys bullying George, unaware of the changes that lie ahead. A meeting with Rose and her son Peter creates unexpected bonds, leading Phil to shift his attention to the boy. Harassment results in depression and alcoholism. Secrets obscure the truth. An inflated ego can lead to ruin. This movie won an Oscar and had 11 nominations.
“The layered narrative contains several interesting topics that Benedict Cumberbatch and company address in incredibly tense interactions through lingering camerawork, minimalist editing and contemplative music.“, Manuel São Bento wrote at the time.
Cláudio Alves also left several compliments. “A dry, burnt film that smells of damp leather and clotted blood, putrefaction and sex […] It’s an astounding feat when it comes to sensory experience. In a narrative paradigm it is even more impressive, confirming Jane Campion’s status as a master of cinema.”
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