Was the book better than the film? with Robert Harris

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<p>How did one glimpse of the Vatican inspire an international bestseller? How faithful should a film stay to the novel that inspired it? And how long does it really take to get a novel onto the big screen?</p><br><p>This week on <em>Ask Penguin</em>, Rhianna is joined by bestselling novelist Robert Harris to talk books, films and the journey between the two as his Vatican thriller <em>Conclave</em> arrives on the big screen.</p><br><p>Together they explore the luck, patience and collaboration involved in turning a novel into a film, why Robert believes filmmakers need the freedom to create something new, and what it feels like to see an actor bring your words to life years after you wrote them. Plus, we answer your questions and find your next great read. </p><br><p>For the full list of books and the transcript visit: <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/articles/2024/11/episode-6-books-to-screen-with-robert-harris?utm_campaign=PodcastEpisode6&amp;utm_source=penguinwebsite&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_camteam=penguin" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 6: Books to Screen</a></p><br><p>Send us a question: penguinpodcast@penguinrandomhouse.co.uk.</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/podcast?utm_campaign=PodcastEpisode3&amp;utm_source=penguinwebsite&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_camteam=penguin" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.penguin.co.uk/podcast</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>