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The Landmark Sci-Fi Movie That H. G. Wells Hated

The article discusses H.G. Wells' disdain for the 1953 film adaptation of his novel "The War of the Worlds." Despite the film's success and its status as a landmark in science fiction cinema, Wells was highly critical of the changes made to his original story. He particularly disliked the addition of religious themes, which were not present in his novel, and felt that the film's portrayal of the Martians and the overall narrative deviated significantly from his vision. The adaptation, directed by Byron Haskin and produced by George Pal, introduced elements like a nuclear explosion and a more overt religious message, which Wells found to be a misrepresentation of his work. Despite his criticisms, the film has been influential, impacting the genre and even inspiring future adaptations, including Steven Spielberg's 2005 version.

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