Obviously the making of this film was an endeavor of the heart not only Oprah Winfrey, but for everyone involved. Love for the novel is apparent throughout this intensive drama. However, having read the beautiful novel  by Toni Morrison, I have to say that the movie came short of the impact of  the book.  In the novel, the events building to the climax are subtle, sad,  and even poetic.  Their power is there, but deep and trembling below the  surface.  In the film, however, they are emboldened - a visual and  emotional bombardment. The story itself is a devastating masterpiece.  Those who have never read the novel will very likely love this movie.  It  possesses masterful dramatic performances, cinematography, and musical  scoring. Yet for those who have already read the book, the expectations may  go well beyond even the artistic beauty of this fine film.
Obviously the making of this film was an endeavor of the heart not only Oprah Winfrey, but for everyone involved. Love for the novel is apparent throughout this intensive drama. However, having read the beautiful novel  by Toni Morrison, I have to say that the movie came short of the impact of  the book. In the novel, the events building to the climax are subtle, sad,  and even poetic. Their power is there, but deep and trembling below the  surface. In the film, however, they are emboldened - a visual and  emotional bombardment. The story itself is a devastating masterpiece. Those who have never read the novel will very likely love this movie. It  possesses masterful dramatic performances, cinematography, and musical  scoring. Yet for those who have already read the book, the expectations may  go well beyond even the artistic beauty of this fine film.