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Adaptation. (2002)
Release Year: 2002
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Spike Jonze
Writer: Charlie Kaufman
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: Beverly Detroit Studios, Clinica Estetico, Columbia Pictures, Good Machine, Intermedia, Propaganda Films
Genre: Comedy, Comedy Film, Drama, Film Based On Book
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
Similar:
Keywords
Keywords: alligator, based on novel or book, marriage crisis, orchid, twins, writer, writer's block
Story
Charlie Kaufman, a struggling Los Angeles screenwriter, feels overwhelmed by self-doubt and sexual frustration. His freeloading twin brother Donald shares his ambition to be a successful writer. Charlie struggles with adapting 'The Orchid Thief,' by Susan Orlean, for the screen while also dealing with his personal issues. As he grapples with his adaptation, Charlie's life becomes intertwined with that of Orlean's book in bizarre ways.
Summary
Directed by Spike Jonze, 'Adaptation.' is a comedic-drama centered around screenwriter Charlie Kaufman's attempt to adapt Susan Orlean's non-fiction novel 'The Orchid Thief.' The film explores themes of identity, self-doubt, and the creative process through Kaufman's struggles with writer's block. It also delves into his complex relationship with his twin brother Donald, who shares his desire for literary success but contributes little else.
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