Conrad, Peter

Academic libraries that wish to expand their film criticism section might consider this work, but general collections should avoid it.

Incredibly, Kuper has created a faithful adaptation likely to appeal to both devotees and detractors of the source material, which just might cause members of either camp to view the text in a new light. [Previewed in Ingrid Bohnenkamp’s Graphic Novel Spotlight, “Mass Appeal,” LJ 6/19.]

An intriguing, if frustrating, study in contrasts. For opera buffs, cultural critics, and fans.