Academy Award Nominated Films Inspired by Books (Many of them for Children)

Nicki Richesin of the Children's Book Review writes about academy-award-nominated  films based on books and notes the number of books this year that inspired nominated films. Below the trailer for The Bad Seed, which is not on her list.  But for now: The Yearling and many other surprises from her.

Many children's books that have been adapted for film have been recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Hugo based on The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick and War Horse adapted from the children's novel by Michael Morpurgo have both been nominated for Best Picture. Take a look back at some of the books that have inspired memorable films and been honored as nominees for Best Picture by the academy over the years.

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