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Francine McKenna's avatar

What a beautiful and inspiring essay. Babette’s Feast is one of my all time favorite films. Now watch, for reminder of the fragility of life, love, choice, “The Unbearable Lightness of Being.”

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Helen De Cruz's avatar

I read the book but I never watched the movie. I will do so!

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Francine McKenna's avatar

Oh, so amazingly good and gorgeous. It was a book/film combo I used in my “books on film” book club where we looked at how the film did or did not enhance understanding and appreciation of a work of literary fiction. Also in the group “Accidental Tourist” -live without fear- and “Remains of the Day” -live without regrets.

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Ginny Black's avatar

Did you read the book of Babette's Feast by Isak Dinesen/Karen Blixen? I'd be interested to hear your thoughts!

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