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Charly (1968) Movie vs Book
Film · 1968 · Directed by Ralph Nelson · Starring Cliff Robertson, Claire Bloom
Charly (1968) Movie: Cast and Details
A man with a low IQ becomes extremely intelligent after an experimental operation.
Book vs Movie: How Close Is It?
Loosely based on the bookIt is based on the story but adds a romance and changes the tone and details of the ending.
Read or watch first?
Read the book for the diary form and its quiet power. The film is a dated but well-acted adaptation.
What the book gives you
Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes
A short, poignant classic that is easy to read and hard to forget.
Who will like it: Readers who like science fiction with strong characters.