Some of Elena Ferrante’s books have been adapted for film and television, such as A Amiga Genial, A Filha Perdida and A Vida Liar dos Jovens.
the stories of Elena Ferrante they are known all over the world. The author, who writes it books under a pseudonym, he chose not to reveal his identity to concentrate on his works without pressure from the media and readers.
And the formula used by Ferrante to write his books it worked out a lot, as the author is a bestseller and one of the most renowned of recent times. His stories have their origins in Italy, mainly in Naples, immersing the reader and viewer in the scenarios and issues faced by the characters.
The writer’s books are so loved around the world that her stories have already been adapted for film and television, most recently by streaming platforms.
If you already know the author’s work and want to take a look at these productions, or if you still want to get to know her through audiovisuals, the canaltech listed 5 movies and series adapted from books by Elena Ferrante.
5. An uncomfortable love
Elena Ferrante’s first book adapted for the cinema is A troubled love, from 1995. The publication was launched in 1992, telling the story of Delia, a 45-year-old woman who returns to Naples, her hometown. She returns to the scene after receiving the news that she was her mother found dead on a beach and in a very suspicious way.
Unfortunately, the film is not available on any legal digital platform in Brazil.
4. Days of Abandonment
In 2002 Elena Ferrante published the book days of abandonment, which takes place in the life of the character Olga, who is experiencing great insecurity as she is about to separate because her husband has filed for divorce. The story, which carries an intense and emotional journey, was made into a film in 2005.
days of abandonment Nor can it be watched legally in Brazil.
3. The Lost Daughter
The lost daughter is a book published in 2006 by Elena Ferrante and made into a film of the same name by Netflix. The film, starring Oscar winner Olivia Colman, tells the story of Drama of a middle-aged divorced woman who, spending her holidays without her daughters, sees solitude as a way to reflect on the sacrifices she made when she became mum.
You can watch the movie The lost daughter in Netflix.
2. The brilliant friend
TO drama series a great friendwhich is part of Elena Ferrante’s Neapolitan Tetralogy, follow the story of Elena Greco, a writer who begins to narrate her childhood memories when she discovers that her best friend, Lila, has disappeared decades after their meeting.
The brilliant friend is available at HBO Max in three seasons.
1. The lying life of adults
The lying life of adults is the author’s most recent adaptation, with the book turning into a miniseries for Netflix. In the plot we know the story of Vittoria and Giovanna, aunt and niece who meet only when the young woman is 14 years old, as the relationship had been forbidden by her parents. In these encounters the girl gets to know life better outside the family reality.
The series The lying life of adults is available at Netflix.
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Camila Luna is a writer at Gossipify, where she covers the latest movies and television series. With a passion for all things entertainment, Camila brings her unique perspective to her writing and offers readers an inside look at the industry. Camila is a graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a degree in English and is also a avid movie watcher.
