Have you read a good movie lately?

When you think about books that have been made into movies, lately two books come to mind:  Harry Potter and Twilight.  But did you know there's so many more great movies out there that are based on books?  Here's some fun titles to choose from:

FOR THE GROWN-UPS:

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1. Seabiscuit, by Laura Hillenbrand (book/movie)
2. About a Boy, by Nick Hornby (book/movie)
3. What Dreams May Come, by Richard Matheson (book/movie)
4. The Last Song, by Nicholas Sparks (book/movie)
5. Forrest Gump, by Winston Groom (book/movie)

FOR YOUNG ADULTS:

1. The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, by John Boyne (book/movie)
2. The Princess Bride, by William Goldman (book/movie)
3. Eragon, by Christopher Paolini (book/movie)
4. Holes, by Louis Sachar (book/movie)
5. Rocket Boys: A Memoir (October Sky), by Homer Hickman (book/movie)

FOR CHILDREN:

1. 101 Dalmations, by Dodie Smith (book/movie, animated/movie, live action)
2. How to Train Your Dragon, by Cressida Cowell (book/movie)
3. The Indian in the Cupboard, by Lynne Reid Banks (book/movie)
4. Nanny McPhee, by Christianna Brand (book/movie)
5. Stuart Little, by E.B. White (book/movie)

It's always fun to read the book first, and then compare it to the movie.  Doing this with your kids improves their reading and critical thinking skills, which keeps their brains moving during lazy summer days.  

Have any of you read a good movie lately?