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The Giver (2014): Film vs Book
Film · 2014 · Directed by Phillip Noyce · Starring Brenton Thwaites, Jeff Bridges, Meryl Streep
About the film
A boy chosen for a special job in a calm, controlled community starts to question its rules.
How close is it to the book?
Loosely based on the bookThe characters are older than in the novel and the film adds action scenes. The book is quieter and more thoughtful.
Read or watch first?
Read the novel first; it takes only a few hours.
What the book gives you
The Giver by Lois Lowry
A quiet, powerful story that makes you appreciate color, feeling and freedom. It stays with you and leads to wonderful conversations.
Who will like it: Readers who enjoy short, thoughtful stories that make you look at the world differently.