Memoirs of a Geisha - how different than the book?

[NewJeffCT]

My wife & I saw the movie today. I thought it was pretty good, but my wife had trouble understanding the accented English - but, English is not her native language. Zhang Ziyi really looks different with blue eyes. But, I wanted to know - how different is the movie from the book? (other than Chinese actresses playing Japanese parts...)

[NewJeffCT]

1. kick

nobody on DU saw this that also read the book?

[oneighty]

2. Just read

an Amazon review of Golden the author. Looks as though he wrote the story from an informed and educated position, not to mention actual interviews with the Geisha.

I must get the book. I spent three years in Japan early fifties. Have no knowledge of Geisha. I think they were off limits to such as me.

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[bif]

3. The book was incredible

I'm not sure if I'll see the movie or not. They usually botch the movie. That's why I won't see movie versions of my favorite books. Like "Remains of the Day."

[oneighty]

4. Thanks

My library can get the book.

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[peacefreak]

5. I'm afraid to see the movie.

I really loved the book. It was one of those times when I rushed home from work so I could start reading again. Beautifully written.