Being a major Pat Conroy fan, Lords of Discipline is my favorite book that he has written. The story is masterfully written and includes many different subplots that all connect together to form the main plot. The film was a great film that told the point of the story very well. However, when watching the film, I feel that many major parts of the book are left out. *BOOK SPOILERS* Annie-Kate, a major character in the book is left out. It brings even more blame to Tradd St. Croix because he got her pregnant then deserted her and left Will to take care of her. It adds much more to how the enormous amount of crap(for lack of better words) Will unknowingly took on in Tradd's place. Also, Pignetti's death is a very vital part in the book that should have been put in the movie because it ties so closely to "The Ten" and the roommates' relationship.
Well thats enough of my complaining about what could have been done better in the film. For someone who has not read the book, it is a great film and displays a wonderful message that all people should hear. However, I suggest reading the book before seeing the film. It will explain a lot and show a lot of different sides of the character. Lords of Discipline, the film, gets an A+ in my book.
Well thats enough of my complaining about what could have been done better in the film. For someone who has not read the book, it is a great film and displays a wonderful message that all people should hear. However, I suggest reading the book before seeing the film. It will explain a lot and show a lot of different sides of the character. Lords of Discipline, the film, gets an A+ in my book.