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The cinematic legacy of E. M. Forster

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From: Chicago Sun-Times
Date: 19920315
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LONDON E.M. Forster may not have wanted his novels adapted for the screen, but in his case, filmmakers have shown no respect for the dead's wishes.

Twenty-two years after the British writer's death, his novels continue to offer cinematic fodder. Two back-to-back releases are bearing that out. Indeed, only one Forster work remains unfilmed - The Longest Journey.

"The way Forster tells a story is particularly cinematic," said Charles Sturridge, director of "Where Angels Fear To Tread" (opening Friday).

This spring also sees the New York release of "Howard's End," the third Forster book to ...

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