Review of Water for Elephants (2011) by Terri C — 17 Jun 2014

The first time I watched this movie it was immediately after I had finished the book, which of course was a bad idea as it didn't come close to living up to the world created by Sara Gruen in my eyes. However I must admit, having just re-watched it 3 years later, I found myself enjoying the movie nearly as much as I did the book.

My only criticism would be the questionable casting choices for Jacob and Marlena's characters. While Pattinson and Witherspoon both do a good job, their chemistry as a couple remains unconvincing and most certainly lacks the charm and love portrayed so beautifully in the book.