tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post2382279916212696464..comments2024-03-18T15:27:31.588-07:00Comments on Musings of a Bookish Kitty: From Book to Film: The Boy in the Striped PajamasLiterary Felinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-8769353056163035552010-01-05T20:36:05.381-08:002010-01-05T20:36:05.381-08:00Melissa - That's pretty much what I tried to d...<b>Melissa</b> - That's pretty much what I tried to do too, Melissa.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-7416202083228882412010-01-05T12:13:20.821-08:002010-01-05T12:13:20.821-08:00I really enjoyed this one, but maybe it was becaus...I really enjoyed this one, but maybe it was because I didn't over analyze and just absorbed it. Glad to hear the movie was good. I do want to see it.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474584473012742915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-3671844858445046502010-01-02T19:03:25.817-08:002010-01-02T19:03:25.817-08:00Anna - It does take a little bit of suspension of ...<b>Anna</b> - It does take a little bit of suspension of disbelief. :-)Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-1099041268493226552010-01-02T18:02:22.311-08:002010-01-02T18:02:22.311-08:00I haven't read the book, but I've seen the...I haven't read the book, but I've seen the movie. I wondered how Bruno would get close enough to the fence without anyone noticing, but since I have no first-hand experience with a concentration camp (thank God) I can't say.<br /><br />Anyway, I posted your review on <a href="http://warthroughthegenerations.wordpress.com/2009/12/31/reviews-the-boy-in-the-striped-pajamas-by-john-boyne-2/" rel="nofollow">War Through the Generations</a>.<br /><br />--Anna<br /><a href="http://diaryofaneccentric.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Diary of an Eccentric</a>Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-8872866181648666112009-12-30T09:48:39.678-08:002009-12-30T09:48:39.678-08:00Bonnie - I'd definitely be interested in readi...<b>Bonnie</b> - I'd definitely be interested in reading your thoughts about the movie. I think the movie grounded the novel a bit more for me in some respects. I think that comes, in part, from not being limited to the point of view of just one character and such a young one at that.<br /><br />On another point you make, I wish more had been said about the grandmother and her position. She clearly disapproved of the camps and I wonder if it went beyond that and she didn't agree with the treatment of the Jewish people at that time. I am sure that had an influence on Bruno as well. Since we were so much in Bruno's head, we really don't know where anyone else stood, do we? <br /><br />Although I liked this book overall, it definitely has it's drawbacks. I am glad I read it though.<br /><br />Thank you for your comment!Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-25009072275201485162009-12-30T07:37:00.731-08:002009-12-30T07:37:00.731-08:00I read this book a few months ago and haven't ...I read this book a few months ago and haven't written a review as I have mixed feelings. I also have the movie sitting here waiting to be watched. I appreciated your thorough and thoughtful review of the book and movie. The comments that followed have brought about some great discussion.<br /><br />I am a parent of a son who is 11 and I felt that Bruno was innocent in some ways and mature in others. I understand Marie's point that a child of a Nazi would most likely be raised to hate Jews although maybe Bruno's father was mixed in his feelings about Jews. Many germans were forced to believe this way and had to act the part even if they didn't believe so that leaves that option open. The other officer was much more vocal about his feelings about the Jews.<br />I believe that the author may have taken the reality of the concentration camps and infused it with the innocence of children and the outside view through their eyes. I will have to give it more thought after I watch the movie and write up my review. I found the ending surprising and heartbreaking and have not wanted to watch the movie as I knew what would happen. <br /><br />As a parent, I am not sure that my son would understand the concept of the book without explaining more about the holocaust. I have a friend who is Jewish and was deeply touched by this book. Although, she didn't feel that her 13 year old son would be emotionally ready to read it. So, there are different perspectives.Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06838832109510581167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-12247934299901008412009-12-23T20:56:39.105-08:002009-12-23T20:56:39.105-08:00Amy - I am behind in my comments too, so I underst...<b>Amy</b> - I am behind in my comments too, so I understand. I haven't had much time online. I'll play catch up this weekend, I think.<br /><br />Thank you for your kind words. I look forward to reading your thoughts on both The Welsh Girl and The Boy in the Striped Pajamas.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-66565291067579753842009-12-23T10:29:12.888-08:002009-12-23T10:29:12.888-08:00I am way behind in my comments and sorry about tha...I am way behind in my comments and sorry about that. I wanted to comment here because I thought your review was great and insightful. But I also skimmed a little as I read it because this book is on my tbr pile for the coming year as is "The Welsh Girl". I look forward to returning to reading your post after i read them. I have read good and not so good reviews of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas so I am very interested to read it and see what I think.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-8805459713167045572009-12-22T17:23:32.764-08:002009-12-22T17:23:32.764-08:00Stacy - It's not a book for everyone, but I...<b>Stacy</b> - It's not a book for everyone, but I'm glad I read it.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-47644710801174282322009-12-22T14:34:25.021-08:002009-12-22T14:34:25.021-08:00I haven't read this yet, the more recent revie...I haven't read this yet, the more recent reviews have made me think twice. Maybe I'll just watch the movie ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-35800829754932398712009-12-22T06:15:36.996-08:002009-12-22T06:15:36.996-08:00Ryan - Thank you for your kind comment and for sto...<b>Ryan</b> - Thank you for your kind comment and for stopping by. I hope you will like the book if you do decide to read it.<br /><br /><b>Wisteria</b> - Nothing like a little controversy to stir up interest, eh? I'm like that too, wanting to know what all the fuss is about. :-)Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-57328734326621971712009-12-22T04:58:56.767-08:002009-12-22T04:58:56.767-08:00Ok between your review and Marie's comments, I...Ok between your review and Marie's comments, I think I need to read this book to figure out what to think.<br />I appreciate your well written personal review and Marie's candid comments.wisteriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02620398484256424032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-88489083010786571812009-12-21T23:04:16.990-08:002009-12-21T23:04:16.990-08:00Great review! I've seen the movie but haven...Great review! I've seen the movie but haven't had time to sit down with the book. I may have to make time for it now. Thanks for the post.Robyn Heirtzlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16145359191918162139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-77458450750655416262009-12-21T19:19:00.585-08:002009-12-21T19:19:00.585-08:00One last thing and I promise I'll stop! I shou...One last thing and I promise I'll stop! I shouldn't say that Boyne is a liar. That implies that I think he's deliberately misleading people. I don't believe that. I think that what he wrote is irresponsible and inaccurate but I'm sure it wasn't intentional on his part. That doesn't make it any less damaging though.Marie Cloutierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14938166831865436287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-14497022554788558272009-12-21T19:11:52.737-08:002009-12-21T19:11:52.737-08:00One more thing. It would accomplish nothing for a ...One more thing. It would accomplish nothing for a parent to share this with a child unless the parent were educated enough about the Holocaust to know what utter crap this book is. And if the parent isn't, then what's the point? It's just validating and spreading the lies.Marie Cloutierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14938166831865436287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-82877748736843748252009-12-21T19:08:35.593-08:002009-12-21T19:08:35.593-08:00Wendy, I've never read Philippa Gregory; if sh...Wendy, I've never read Philippa Gregory; if she lies about the slaughter of millions of people the way Boyne does, I doubt I would like her. Children shouldn't read the book at all- it has nothing of value to teach that can't be found in other, better books.Marie Cloutierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14938166831865436287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-32081962388016741342009-12-21T18:54:13.677-08:002009-12-21T18:54:13.677-08:00Beth - I can understand. Books and movies like th...<b>Beth</b> - I can understand. Books and movies like this can be tough to read or watch.<br /><br /><b>Alisha</b> - I'm glad I read the book first too. I probably shouldn't have jumped right from one to the other like I did, but I have a tendency to do that when I have the movie on hand.<br /><br /><b>Kathleen</b> - Thanks. It's definitely a good book to spur discussion.<br /><br /><b>Jen</b> - The ending is a bit much, but I think it goes along with the idea that the story is more like a fable. It is a sad movie and definitely won't appeal to everyone.<br /><br /><b>Samantha</b> - I prefer to read the book before seeing the movie too in most cases.<br /><br /><b>April</b> - Thank you. I hope you do get a chance to read and watch it. I'd love to know what you think.<br /><br /><b>Staci</b> - Thanks. I've really enjoyed writing these book/movie reviews. I may not always come across as coherent, but it's fun to see the two side by side.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-21583758481200701542009-12-21T18:45:05.850-08:002009-12-21T18:45:05.850-08:00Sandy - Thank you. I had much more to say, but I ...<b>Sandy</b> - Thank you. I had much more to say, but I figured I should stop while I was ahead. LOL<br />It packs an emotional punch, that's for sure.<br /><br /><b>Molly</b> - This would be a great selection for CB James' challenge next year. I'll be looking forward to reading your thoughts on both the movie and the book.<br /><br /><b>Diane</b> - It really is a heartbreaking story.<br /><br /><b>Kathy</b> - I'd be curious to know what you think of the movie if you do get to watch it, Kathy.<br /><br /><b>Susan</b> - Thanks, Susan. I imagine your movie choices are pretty limited during those early years as it is. :-) I'm sure the time with them is worth it though.<br /><br /><b>Aarti</b> - Thank you, Aarti. My poor cat decided to climb into my arms near the end and got a little wet from my tears.<br /><br /><b>Marie</b> - You raise some valid points. I think that's why when a child reads a book like this, it's best to have a parent reading along side him or her. Any inaccuracies can be discussed as well as the value of any lessons that can be learned from it.<br /><br />I take it you're not a fan of Philippa Gregory's books? :-)Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-38794726574218671042009-12-21T15:44:14.583-08:002009-12-21T15:44:14.583-08:00I haven't read this one yet but I've been ...I haven't read this one yet but I've been meaning to. I would like to read it and then watch the movie immediately and compare the two experiences also. Great post!Stacihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07600979915661464945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-64676553109564416272009-12-21T14:33:25.475-08:002009-12-21T14:33:25.475-08:00Great review!! I have been curious about this boo...Great review!! I have been curious about this book. I had seen the movie cover at the DVD store and my curiousity was piqued even further. I will have to add this to my list of someday reads!Aprilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02026539637409766437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-49959827565539639812009-12-21T13:23:15.055-08:002009-12-21T13:23:15.055-08:00I really want to read this book and see the movie ...I really want to read this book and see the movie but of course I have to read the book first. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!samantha.1020https://www.blogger.com/profile/04124614710493747821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-69290876069597527632009-12-21T12:31:14.814-08:002009-12-21T12:31:14.814-08:00I've seen clips of this movie but I never did ...I've seen clips of this movie but I never did get around to watching it. The book and the movie both sound good though probably a bit more heartbreaking than I usually go for.Ladytink_534https://www.blogger.com/profile/14317480621483829078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-44136114179786456232009-12-21T12:29:00.930-08:002009-12-21T12:29:00.930-08:00I plan to read the book and then watch the movie. ...I plan to read the book and then watch the movie. While the premise of the book is unrealistic on many levels,I think this is a good one for a book club discussion or for me to discuss with my son. Thank you for your thorough and thoughtful review.Kathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01739982274914536036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-52923253291851064592009-12-21T12:21:12.119-08:002009-12-21T12:21:12.119-08:00I agree with you that the two compliment one anoth...I agree with you that the two compliment one another very well. I was glad I'd read the book first, as the movie sometimes seemed to barely touch what I thought was more important. I did get a little misty-eyed at the end of the book, but not so much with the movie (possibly because I'd read the book, though I think it has more to do with the slower pace of reading). I just kept thinking of the mom and sister looking, hoping and waiting for his return, and the feeling that the boys friendship had been forever bound in that moment.<br /><br />I enjoyed your review :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-59175511686485431492009-12-21T10:45:22.757-08:002009-12-21T10:45:22.757-08:00I have read the book or seen the movie -- I wasn&#...I have read the book or seen the movie -- I wasn't sure if I wanted to put myself through the emotional turmoil.Beth Fhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08627666337961326265noreply@blogger.com