When a famous novel is brought to the big screen, there can be a lot of inconsistencies and omissions. To portray a story on camera, some things need to be tweaked to get the point across. And sometimes some details cannot be fully depicted on screen. So, when a book-to-movie adaptation is released, there is a comparison between the character on screen and the one in the books.
Sure! Today we'll talk about some facts about movie characters and see how they differ from the original version. Below is a list of all information, including modifications to the characters' names, age, appearances, and many other things. Even if you like these films as they are, it's always fascinating to learn about the original storylines and decide whether you would like to read the book if you haven't previously. Scroll down for more details!
The fluffy buddy of Han Solo is actually much older than his friend. The Wookiee was around 200 years old at the beginning of the narrative. They had a 400-year lifespan on average, making them a race of longevity. The word "dog," which in Russian sounds like "sobaka," is the source of the name Chewbacca.
The writings of the Italian author Giraldi Cinthio served as the inspiration for William Shakespeare's well-known play, Othello. Except for Desdemona, none of the characters had names in the original text.The name of the main female character means "ill-fated" or "unfortunate" from Greek. Maybe it was a reflection of how her spouse felt about this sad young lady.
The great novel by Alexandre Dumas had real-life prototypes for its characters. Athos, Porthos, and Aramis were also blood relatives in reality. Athos, who was connected to the Musketeers' captain De Tréville, was a fictional character created by Armand de Sillègue d'Athos.
Henri d'Aramitz was the name of the first Aramis. He was also related to Armand as De Tréville was his cousin. Isaac de Portau went by the moniker Porthos. Due to a marriage between their families, Isaac and Henri were related. It's possible that Dumas sought to simplify things by removing this convoluted web of family ties and making everyone friends.
The names of of some of characters in Clive Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia book series have deeper meanings. Thus, the name Aslan Lion, which also means "lion" in Turkish, was given to the main character.
The fear of light was given to this gloomy persona by the filmmakers. Bram Stoker left out the fact that the sun kills vampires from his book. In the original story, Dracula would merely lose some of his magical abilities when it was daytime. He found it more comfortable to live a night owl lifestyle, so he did.
Before Charles Perrault's version, Little Red Riding Hood was the subject of legends and fairytales. She was also donning a helmet or hood in those renditions. In those days, a mature female who was prepared for marriage was expected to cover her hair, signifying that she was no longer a young girl. According to certain traditions, this portion of her attire was golden in hue.
Olórin was the wizard's actual name. He changed his name to Gandalf when he got to Middle-earth. This term is a product of medieval Scandinavian, according to Tolkien. There are two parts to it: gandr and alfr. It translates to "staff elf."
Loads of times in several of the novels, Bond is described as having a small physique, dark hair, and blue-gray eyes. Few of us are likely aware of the fact that he actually has a small scar across his right cheek.
In the novel, Hermione Granger appears a little bit differently. She was characterized as having a big front tooth and dark, bushy hair.
Even though he appeared to be young, Lord Voldemort was really 71 years old when the narrative ended. The wizard may have survived so well because he was rendered inert following his altercation with Lily Potter. Until his reappearance in the mortal world 13 years later, portions of his soul were stored in the Horcruxes.
Disney's Snow White is recognized as being the youngest princess. Only fourteen years old, she. In the fairy tale rendition, her nasty stepmother caused her to be removed from her family. Later, the girl's survival is revealed to the queen. This implies that Snow White will be depicted in the on-screen version as a very young girl.
It appears that when creating Peter Pan, James Barrie came up with a new female name. He was inspired to come up with this moniker by his childhood friend Margaret Henley, who had a tendency to slightly mispronounce phrases when they were young. Parents began naming their girls "Wendy" as a first name after the publication of the play and book.
In the original account, Mulan's comrades never accused her of wrongdoing. She spent 12 years effectively serving in the army, and it wasn't until she left that she invited her friends over to see how she really looked.
John Smith and Pocahontas the genuine were close friends. She was around 12 years old when they first met, so there was no chance that their relationship might develop. She most likely went under a completely other name. Pocahontas, which translates to "Little Playful One," seems more like a family moniker. Sadly, no one knows her true name; but, after being married to an Englishman named John Rolfe, she adopted the name Rebecca.
Thanks to the films from the Marvel Universe, many people are familiar with the exploits of this cunning god. However, the character's life narrative in the Scandinavian sagas is very different from the one seen on screen. Hela, who took on the role of his older sister in the Marvel story, was in fact the god's daughter. Additionally, according to some myths, Loki gave birth to Sleipnir, Odin's horse.
The popular teddy bear may have easily become a girl in the novel version. The truth is that the son of the story's author, Alan Milne, gave the stuffed version of the animal the name Winnie after a female black bear he met at the London Zoo; the bear's actual name was Winnipeg. However, the bear is referred to as "he" in the literary form, which resolves any ambiguity regarding his gender.
Sure! Today we'll talk about some facts about movie characters and see how they differ from the original version. Below is a list of all information, including modifications to the characters' names, age, appearances, and many other things. Even if you like these films as they are, it's always fascinating to learn about the original storylines and decide whether you would like to read the book if you haven't previously. Scroll down for more details!
#1 Chewbacca is about 200 years old.
Source: © Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi / Walt Disney Studios
The fluffy buddy of Han Solo is actually much older than his friend. The Wookiee was around 200 years old at the beginning of the narrative. They had a 400-year lifespan on average, making them a race of longevity. The word "dog," which in Russian sounds like "sobaka," is the source of the name Chewbacca.
#2 The name “Desdemona” translates as “unfortunate.”
Source: © Othello / Warner Bros.
The writings of the Italian author Giraldi Cinthio served as the inspiration for William Shakespeare's well-known play, Othello. Except for Desdemona, none of the characters had names in the original text.The name of the main female character means "ill-fated" or "unfortunate" from Greek. Maybe it was a reflection of how her spouse felt about this sad young lady.
#3 The Three Musketeers really existed and they were all relatives.
Source: © The Three Musketeers / Summit Entertainment
The great novel by Alexandre Dumas had real-life prototypes for its characters. Athos, Porthos, and Aramis were also blood relatives in reality. Athos, who was connected to the Musketeers' captain De Tréville, was a fictional character created by Armand de Sillègue d'Athos.
Henri d'Aramitz was the name of the first Aramis. He was also related to Armand as De Tréville was his cousin. Isaac de Portau went by the moniker Porthos. Due to a marriage between their families, Isaac and Henri were related. It's possible that Dumas sought to simplify things by removing this convoluted web of family ties and making everyone friends.
#4 The name Aslan translates to “lion.”
Source: © The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe / Walt Disney Studios
The names of of some of characters in Clive Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia book series have deeper meanings. Thus, the name Aslan Lion, which also means "lion" in Turkish, was given to the main character.
#5 Dracula wasn’t afraid of the light.
Source: © Dracula / Sony Pictures
The fear of light was given to this gloomy persona by the filmmakers. Bram Stoker left out the fact that the sun kills vampires from his book. In the original story, Dracula would merely lose some of his magical abilities when it was daytime. He found it more comfortable to live a night owl lifestyle, so he did.
#6 Initially, Red Riding Hood’s headwear was a different color.
Source: © Red Riding Hood / Warner Bros.
Before Charles Perrault's version, Little Red Riding Hood was the subject of legends and fairytales. She was also donning a helmet or hood in those renditions. In those days, a mature female who was prepared for marriage was expected to cover her hair, signifying that she was no longer a young girl. According to certain traditions, this portion of her attire was golden in hue.
#7 The name Gandalf has a translation.
Source: © The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring / Warner. Bros
Olórin was the wizard's actual name. He changed his name to Gandalf when he got to Middle-earth. This term is a product of medieval Scandinavian, according to Tolkien. There are two parts to it: gandr and alfr. It translates to "staff elf."
#8 James Bond has a scar on his face.
Source: © Capital Pictures/EAST NEWS
Loads of times in several of the novels, Bond is described as having a small physique, dark hair, and blue-gray eyes. Few of us are likely aware of the fact that he actually has a small scar across his right cheek.
#9 In the book, Hermione's appearance was different.
Source: © East News, © Depositphotos.com
In the novel, Hermione Granger appears a little bit differently. She was characterized as having a big front tooth and dark, bushy hair.
#10 Lord Voldemort is older than he appears to be.
Source: © Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince / Warner. Bros
Even though he appeared to be young, Lord Voldemort was really 71 years old when the narrative ended. The wizard may have survived so well because he was rendered inert following his altercation with Lily Potter. Until his reappearance in the mortal world 13 years later, portions of his soul were stored in the Horcruxes.
#11 Snow White left her home at the age of 7.
Source: © East News
Disney's Snow White is recognized as being the youngest princess. Only fourteen years old, she. In the fairy tale rendition, her nasty stepmother caused her to be removed from her family. Later, the girl's survival is revealed to the queen. This implies that Snow White will be depicted in the on-screen version as a very young girl.
#12 A writer created the name “Wendy.”
Source: © Peter Pan / Universal Pictures
It appears that when creating Peter Pan, James Barrie came up with a new female name. He was inspired to come up with this moniker by his childhood friend Margaret Henley, who had a tendency to slightly mispronounce phrases when they were young. Parents began naming their girls "Wendy" as a first name after the publication of the play and book.
#13 No one denounced Mulan.
Source: © Mulan / Walt Disney Animation Studios
In the original account, Mulan's comrades never accused her of wrongdoing. She spent 12 years effectively serving in the army, and it wasn't until she left that she invited her friends over to see how she really looked.
#14 Pocahontas wasn’t in love with John Smith.
Source: © Pocahontas / Walt Disney Studios
John Smith and Pocahontas the genuine were close friends. She was around 12 years old when they first met, so there was no chance that their relationship might develop. She most likely went under a completely other name. Pocahontas, which translates to "Little Playful One," seems more like a family moniker. Sadly, no one knows her true name; but, after being married to an Englishman named John Rolfe, she adopted the name Rebecca.
#15 Loki is Hela’s father, not her brother.
Source: © Thor: Ragnarok / Walt Disney Studios
Thanks to the films from the Marvel Universe, many people are familiar with the exploits of this cunning god. However, the character's life narrative in the Scandinavian sagas is very different from the one seen on screen. Hela, who took on the role of his older sister in the Marvel story, was in fact the god's daughter. Additionally, according to some myths, Loki gave birth to Sleipnir, Odin's horse.
#16 Winnie-the-Pooh could’ve been a girl.
Source: © Christopher Robin / Walt Disney Studios
The popular teddy bear may have easily become a girl in the novel version. The truth is that the son of the story's author, Alan Milne, gave the stuffed version of the animal the name Winnie after a female black bear he met at the London Zoo; the bear's actual name was Winnipeg. However, the bear is referred to as "he" in the literary form, which resolves any ambiguity regarding his gender.