I loved the book at the time of its release, but the movie does not compare. While the acting and visual techniques were strong, much of the character development and moments which contributed to the reoccurring theme of hope in the original story were missing. Although I understand the importance of shining light on this tragic time in history, too much emphasis was put on the violent/morbid aspect of the story. It needed that perfect balance between beautiful and tragic which the book obtained.
