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The NeverEnding Story (1984): Film vs Book
Film · 1984 · Directed by Wolfgang Petersen · Starring Barret Oliver, Noah Hathaway
About the film
A lonely boy reads a magical book and finds that he is part of its story.
How close is it to the book?
Loosely based on the bookThe film covers only the first half of the book and adds a few changes to its story.
Read or watch first?
The novel is deeper and more philosophical, and its second half is worth discovering.
What the book gives you
The NeverEnding Story by Michael Ende
A wondrous adventure that makes you feel part of the tale.
Who will like it: Readers who love stories about stories and fantastic worlds.