The Devil Wears Prada (BOOK vs. MOVIE)

Rating:	★★★
Category:	Other

I finished reading the book weeks ago, and I was able to watch the movie at Greenbelt III about two weeks ago (advance screening). The book is really different from the movie, and I have to say I was really surprised because it's very rare for me to like the movie more than the book.

After I finished reading the book, I was really disappointed. Not what I had in mind. And no offence meant to Lauren Weisberger, but for me... the book really stinks. The only time I got excited while reading the book was when a famous designer I know is mentioned (Calvin Klein, Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik, Hermes, etc, etc, etc). But other than that, the book just keeps on going and going, on and on and on, time and again (am I sounding redundant? The book sure is THAT!!!) about how Andrea gets pummeled by Miranda's EVILNESS! The ending is very predictable. And disappointing. There are also some other factors that disappointed me about this book, but for the benefit of those who still wants to read it, I'm not gonna tell.

The movie, on the other hand, is a different story (really, it is!!!). I wouldn't be surprised if this movie gets an Oscar for best make-up, best costume and best actress. Now who doesn't love Meryl Streep? Even as she portrayed the unfeeling Miranda in the movie, I just can't help falling inlove with her again. She is absolutely perfect for the role. She portrayed a different Miranda from the book, still evil enough to hate, but in it (the movie) you'll see a vulnerable side to her character. Anne Hathaway was, well... very well dressed in the movie (she really is!!! REALLY!!!). Acting-wise, well, it was BLAH!!! She did her best, but Meryl totally overshadowed her (heck, Meryl would overshadow an elephant next to her with a five-o-clock shadow with her acting!!!) But even without Meryl, I still think she could've done better. I would describe her acting as monochromatic. All different, but still of the same hue.

I give the book two stars, and the movie, five. Watch the movie, it’s a lot cheaper than the book, and I assure you… it’s gonna be worth it..