Rant On

What makes a great adaptation? The Critics Club crew dives into their Top 10 Adaptations, ranking the movies that brought books, plays, and even video games to life on the big screen. From classics like The Godfather and The Princess Bride to modern hits like Ready Player One and Crazy Rich Asians, we debate what worked, what didn’t, and why some stories thrive in translation while others fall flat.Join Geoff, Jim, and David as they break down fan favorites, argue over controversial picks (Ready Player Two, anyone?), and swap personal stories about how these adaptations shaped their movie-going experiences.Featured films & books:Ready Player One (Ernest Cline → Spielberg)Crazy Rich Asians (Kevin Kwan → Jon Chu)The Devil Wears Prada (Lauren Weisberger → David Frankel)Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (J.K. Rowling → Chris Columbus)The Godfather (Mario Puzo → Francis Ford Coppola)Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring (J.R.R. Tolkien → Peter Jackson)The Princess Bride (William Goldman → Rob Reiner