The Most Iconic Book-to-Film Adaptations in the History of Cinema

18. The Life of Pi

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Based on the award-winning novel of the same name by Yann Martel, Life of Pi follows the amazing story of a young man named Piscine “Pi” Molitor Patel. He finds himself lost at sea after his family’s cargo ship sinks in a storm. In breathtaking 3D and featuring stunning visuals, director Ang Lee brings the story to life on the big screen. Lee picked up an Oscar for Best Director, and Mychael Danna also won one for Best Original Score.