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Midnight's Children (2012): Film vs Book
Film · 2012 · Directed by Deepa Mehta · Starring Satya Bhabha, Shahana Goswami
About the film
Two children born at midnight on the day of independence are linked to the nation.
How close is it to the book?
Close to the bookThe author wrote the screenplay, and the film compresses the huge book.
Read or watch first?
The novel's voice is rich in word-play.
What the book gives you
Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie
A dazzling mix of humor, myth and history in a voice that sweeps you along. Imaginative and unforgettable.
Who will like it: Readers who enjoy magical, inventive storytelling tied to a nation's history.