Serena, the 2014 film based on the book by Ron Rash, stars Jennifer Lawrence and Bradly Cooper as newlyweds Serena and George Pemberton in depression-era North Carolina. George Pemberton’s timber empire is growing, providing jobs and a fortune for himself. Then he meets and quickly marries Serena. The Pembertons begin their newlywed life at the mountain where George's timber business is booming. Serena takes an active interest in the business, issuing orders, causing unhappiness all around with the exception of George. Serena’s downfall begins as she navigates the emotional heartache and insecurity of being unable to bear a child only to be confronted with a townswoman who bore George’s illegitimate child. The film features breathtaking scenery, a historical fiction base and a dark story line.
If you enjoy historical fiction with unconventional romance, you just might want to read the book that inspired the film! Critics might have a lot to say about the film adaptation, but you’ll have to judge for yourself if they did the book credit. Although we know the usual response is, “The book was better!”
Kanopy offers current topics, latest films, world cinema,
documentaries and Kanopy Kids. Your Solon Public Library card allows you 5
credits per month, so you can stream up to five movies on your account each month!
Kanopy Kids features storytime shorts that bring favorite picture books to life and other favorites to allow for some family time or even a break for the adults at home. And Kanopy Kids is credit free!
Once you dive into all that Kanopy has to offer, you’ll see that you can even create playlists to share with friends & family. It’s a fun way that you can enjoy movie night together, while apart. Check out the Relationship Drama playlist or create your own!
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What new film or series have you discovered on Kanopy?
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