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Bilge Eibiri
Film critic (Vulture) who prefers seeing films before reading source material and provides analysis on filmmaking, adaptation challenges, and cinematic craft.
Best podcasts with Bilge Eibiri
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Nov 18, 2025
• 26min
Should you read it before you watch it?
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C.T. Jones, a culture and pop-culture writer, champions reading books first for deeper emotional engagement. Jo Saul, co-owner of Type Books, explores how adaptations can boost book sales and discusses the balance of reading versus watching. Film critic Bilge Eibiri argues for watching films first to enjoy them without distractions. The trio dives into the adaptation trend, audience fatigue with repetitive IP, and the thrill of discovery in bookstores. Their spirited debate is filled with insights on how storytelling unfolds in both books and films.
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