Read it before you see it
It's a commonly held belief that the book is better than film, so why not wade in on the argument and read this lot before they hit the big screen.
The Wolf Of Wall Street
By: Jordan Belfont
What’s the story? The biography of former Wall Street stockbroker-turned-major fraudster Jordan Belfont is almost too fascinating and lurid a story to be true, but true it is. The book and its sequel Catching The Wolf Of Wall Street charts his rise to the top living the ultimate super-rich lifestyle, from his drug addiction to eventual arrest and imprisonment.
Rex FeaturesWho’s in it? Directed by Martin Scorsese this flick reads like a who’s-who of Hollywood, with Leonardo DiCaprio and Matthew McConaughey leading the charge.
When will it hit cinemas? 17th of January 2013.
Gone Girl
By: Gillian Flynn
What’s the story? This was the book to read late last year with many-an-office being sworn to silence before the rest of us had read it. Told from the perspective of husband and wife Nick and Amy Dunne, the book starts on the day of their fifth wedding anniversary when Amy suddenly goes missing with husband Nick the number one suspect. Cue a massive twist half way through, this isn’t one to be missed.
Rex FeaturesWho’s in it? Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike have been confirmed to play Nick and Amy, while master director David Fincher (Se7en, The Social Network, we could go on…) is set to take the hot seat.
When will it hit cinemas? October 2014
The Monuments Men
By: Robert M. Edsel
What’s the story? The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History tells the incredible true story of a bunch of curators, museum directors and art historians who were tasked by the US government to rescue artistic masterpieces from Nazi Germany.
Rex FeaturesWho’s in it? George Clooney not only stars in this adaptation but also directed it too. The stellar cast includes Matt Damon, Cate Blanchett, Bill Murray and Downton Abbey’s Hugh Bonneville.
When will it hit cinemas? February 2014
Serena
By: Ron Rash
What’s the story? This Depression-era set novel tells the tale of ruthless timber merchant Pemberton and his even more ruthless wife Serena as the pair battle infidelity and attempt to turn their empire into a National Park.
Rex FeaturesWho’s in it? Silver Linings dream team Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper are set to take on the two lead roles in this – and we can’t wait!
When will it hit cinemas? 2014
Horns
By: Joe Hill
What’s the story? Joe Hill’s dark fantasy tale follows 26-year-old Ig Perrish after his world is turned upside down following the rape and murder of his girlfriend Merrin Williams. Waking up near the scene of the crime one morning, Ig suddenly finds that he's sprouted horns and has diabolical powers at his fingertips.
Getty ImagesWho’s in it? Daniel Radcliffe, Juno Temple and Heather Graham.
When will it hit cinemas? 2014
Divergent
By: Veronica Roth
What’s the story? Often compared to The Hunger Games, this trilogy is set in a dystopian version of Chicago where everyone is split into five factions and follows the story of courageous young Tris. Well worth a read.
Rex FeaturesWho’s in it? Shailene Woodley and Brit treasure Kate Winslet are set to star.
When will it hit cinemas? 4 April 2014
A Discovery Of Witches
By: Deborah Harkness
What’s the story? Where to start? The first in the All Souls trilogy, this is a bit of a favourite of the GLAMOUR.com team. The story follows Diana, an academic whose witchy powers have so far lied dormant until she meets the enigmatic vampire Matthew Clairmont and their very romance threatens to kill them both.
Rex FeaturesWho’s in it? This flick is only in development at the moment but the GLAMOUR.com team are basically spearheading our own teeny-tiny 3-man campaign to get Brideshead Revisited star Matthew Goode to play brooding vamp, Matthew.
When will it hit cinemas? Who knows?
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
By: Suzanne Collins
What’s the story? The second instalment of the widely successful Hunger Games trilogy, we’d give you a brief rundown of the adventures of Katniss & co but we’re pretty sure you’re all fairly well-versed in this now.
Who’s in it? Jennifer Lawrence, Sam Claflin, Liam Hemsworth & Josh Hutcherson
When will it hit cinemas? 21 November 2013
PacificCoastNews.comWinter's Tale
By: Mark Helprin
What’s the story? A fantasy set in both the 19th Century and modern-day New York, the story follows the lives of three main characters, a village and a flying white horse.
Who’s in it? This is one of Hollywood’s starriest movies at the moment with Matt Bomer, Will Smith, Colin Farrell, Russell Crowe and Jennifer Connelly co-starring together.
When will it hit cinemas? 21 February 2014
Carrie
By: Stephen King
What’s the story? This was Stephen King’s first published novel, but although it was his first it certainly doesn’t scrimp on the scare-factor. The tale of schoolgirl Carrie (told in epistolary format) is not for the faint-hearted. Regularly bullied by her classmates after discovering that she has telekinetic powers, Carrie wreaks revenge on all who have done her wrong.
Who’s in it? Chloe Grace Moretz and Julianne Moore.
When will it hit cinemas? 29 November 2013.
12 Years A Slave
By: Solomon Northup as told to David Wilson
What’s the story? The harrowing memoir of a black man who was born free in early 19th century New York but kidnapped in Washington and sold into slavery in Louisiana for 12 years. The story charts his incredible journey but also the horrifying cruelty which he suffered, too.
Who’s in it? Michael Fassbender, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Brad Pitt.
When will it hit cinemas? 24 January 2013.
The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty
By: A short story by James Thurber
What’s the story? Originally appearing in The New Yorker the short story follows Walter, a mild-mannered man who escapes his mundane life with widely elaborate fantasies of heroism.
PacificCoastNews.comWho’s in it? Ben Stiller and Kristen Wiig.
When will it hit cinemas? 26 December 2013
Long Walk To Freedom
By: Nelson Mandela
What’s the story? This 1994 autobiographical work by South Africa’s former President and anti-apartheid campaigner charts Mandela’s life story and his 28-year-long tenure in prison.
PA PhotosWho’s in it? Idris Elba and Naomie Harris will take on the roles of Nelson and Winnie Mandela.
When will it hit cinemas? 3 January 2013
The Maze Runner
By: James Dashner
What’s the story? Another young adult sci-fi dystopian fiction trilogy, after Thomas’ memory is erased he soon finds himself in a maze full of other boys but the big question is, will he manage to escape and at what lengths will he go to in order to do so?
Who’s in it? Kaya Scodelario, Dylan O’Brien and of Meet The Millers fame, Will Poulter.
If I Stay
By: Gayle Forman
What’s the story? A 17-year-old girl slips into a coma following a car accident involving her entire family. Whilst in hospital and comatosed, teenage Mia has an out-of-body experience and watches on as friends and family keep at a vigil at her bedside. However, it soon becomes apparent that she must decide whether or not she will let herself die peacefully or live a difficult life.
Rex FeaturesWho’s in it? Chloe Grace Moretz
When will it hit cinemas? 2014
Daughter Of Smoke And Bone
By: Laini Taylor
What’s the story? Another literary obsession in the GLAMOUR.com office is this fantasy tale of Karou who, when we first meet her, lives a double-life as an art student in Prague and as a go-between for her chimaera father-figure Brimstone in a parallel world. However, any harmony in her teenage life is soon ripped apart with the arrival of hot angel, Avika.
Who’s in it? This is another still in development, so we’ll just have to wait and see who becomes the cinematic embodiment of Karou and Avika…
When will it hit cinemas? Your guess is as good as ours.
