Exploring the origins of some of our favourite films and TV series
Behind every great movie or television show is great writing. Which is why a countless number of films are based on books. In this list, we highlight 10 must read (or reread) books, each a masterpiece in its own right, that were turned into iconic films.
1. Like Water For Chocolate
A supernatural Mexican romance about star-crossed lovers, Like Water For Chocolate by author Laura Esquivel is the book behind the 1992 film of the same title. Set during the Mexican Revolution, the story follows the tragic life of Tita, the youngest daughter of Mama Elena, who is not only forced to take care of her mother for the rest of her life but must also bear the burden of having her love, Pedro, marry her older sister. Tita, a talented chef, expresses her sorrows in her recipes, and the story culminates into a wild ending that is burning with emotions.