Ep 29 Book to Movie: The Treasure of the Sierra Madre by B. Traven
Show Notes
In this episode, Matt Kelland and I discuss the 1935 (in English) novel The Treasure of the Sierra Madre by B. Traven and its subsequent movie adaptation by director John Huston in 1948. The film won Huston (and his father, Walther, who starred in the film) Academy Awards.
Matt and I examine the background of the novel, its adaptation by Huston, and a bit of production history. We also discuss the location shooting, casting, and acting, and musical score. B. Traven was a mysterious person, and not a lot is known about him, but we share what we have learned.
You can read the full B. Traven novel here, along with information on B. Traven here. There is lots of info about the John Huston film. Check this backgrounder on the film. Nice collection of stills and ads for the film here.
CO-HOST, MATT KELLAND
Once again, to discuss these book-to-movie adaptations, I’m joined by my good friend Matt Kelland. I always enjoy talking about books and movies with him, because, like me, he’s into a wide variety of different styles, genres, authors, and directors. He also has a professional background in writing, video games, animation, music, and visual art, so he has a lot of different experiences to draw on. He and I don’t always agree with each other, but that’s what makes our conversations interesting! I’d recommend checking out his collection of short stories, Nothing To See Here
