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Adaptation: Book to Movie

Adaptation: Book to Movie

By: Nate Day Chris Anderson
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Thoughtful analysis and conversations about the historical significance and cultural contexts of the most beloved, forgotten, and important film adaptations of books.

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  • Ep. 31: 'Howl's Moving Castle' is a Studio Ghibli Fantasy Affair

    Ep. 31: 'Howl's Moving Castle' is a Studio Ghibli Fantasy Affair
    Apr 9 2026

    In this episode of 'Adaptation: The Book to Movie Podcast,' Nate and Chris discuss 'Howl's Moving Castle,' the high fantasy novel by Diane Wynne Jones, and it's anime adaptation directed by Hayao Miyazaki.

    They discuss what makes for interesting fantasy storytelling, as well as the special history behind Hayao Miyazaki's animation studio, the beloved Studio Ghibli.

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    Hosts: Nate Day, Chris Anderson

    Producer: Nate Day

    "Adaptation Theme"

    • Written by: Chris Anderson, Jem Zornow
    • Performed by: Chris Anderson, Jem Zornow, Nate Day
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Ep. 30: 'Project Hail Mary,' Ryan Gosling & What Makes Good Sci-Fi

    Ep. 30: 'Project Hail Mary,' Ryan Gosling & What Makes Good Sci-Fi
    Mar 27 2026

    In this episode of 'Adaptation: The Book to Movie Podcast,' Nate and Chris break down 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir and its dazzling film adaptation directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller.

    They discuss what makes Rocky such a special little guy, why Weir's brand of science fiction is spot-on for modern audiences, and what it means to be a crowd pleaser.

    UP NEXT: 'Howl's Moving Castle' by Diana Wynne Jones and its film adaptation by Hayao Miyazaki

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    Hosts: Nate Day

    Producer: Nate Day

    "Adaptation Theme"

    • Written by: Chris Anderson, Jem Zornow
    • Performed by: Chris Anderson, Jem Zornow, Nate Day
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Ep. 30: 'Project Hail Mary,' Ryan Gosling & What Makes Good Sci-Fi

    Ep. 30: 'Project Hail Mary,' Ryan Gosling & What Makes Good Sci-Fi
    Mar 26 2026

    In this episode of 'Adaptation: The Book to Movie Podcast,' Nate and Chris break down 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir and its dazzling film adaptation directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller.

    They discuss what makes Rocky such a special little guy, why Weir's brand of science fiction is spot-on for modern audiences, and what it means to be a crowd pleaser.

    UP NEXT: 'Howl's Moving Castle' by Diana Wynne Jones and its film adaptation by Hayao Miyaaki

    Follow us on social media:

    Twitter/X (@AdaptPod)

    Instagram (@adaptation_pod)

    Nate's Letterboxd (@professor_n8)

    Chris's Letterboxd (@cjanderson878)

    Chris's Goodreads

    Nate's Goodreads

    Hosts: Nate Day

    Producer: Nate Day

    "Adaptation Theme"

    • Written by: Chris Anderson, Jem Zornow
    • Performed by: Chris Anderson, Jem Zornow, Nate Day
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 5 mins
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