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Gettysburg (1993): Film vs Book
Film · 1993 · Directed by Ronald F. Maxwell · Starring Martin Sheen, Tom Berenger, Jeff Daniels
About the film
The great Civil War battle told from the viewpoint of commanders on both sides.
How close is it to the book?
Very close to the bookThe long film follows the novel's characters and structure, scene by scene.
Read or watch first?
The book is rich in character and reflection.
What the book gives you
The Killer Angels by Michael Shaara
A gripping, up-close look at the people behind a turning point in history. It reads like a novel and feels completely real.
Who will like it: Readers who like history told as a vivid, human story about one famous battle.