Lit2Lens: a book+film club for adaptations!

Name: Stand By Me (Stephen King) Watch party/book discussion
Start: 2026-06-21T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-06-22T02:00:00.000Z
Location: N Milwaukee Ave

About us

this is the brand-new CHICAGO installation of a beloved preexisting Atlanta-based MeetUp (https://www.meetup.com/g/lit2lens-an-adaptation-book-film-club)

Love stories that leap from page to screen? This group is for readers, movie fans, and anyone who enjoys seeing how a great story transforms in adaptation. We pick one piece of IP a month and discuss both the original source material and film adaptation in the same event. Whether you’re a serious reader, a casual moviegoer, or just love good conversation, you’ll find your place here.

Expect lively discussion, thoughtful comparisons, and maybe a few debates about which version did it best.

Featured event

Stand By Me (Stephen King) Watch party/book discussion

Sun, Jun 21 · 5:00 PM CDT

N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, Il, US

Let’s watch Stand by Me (1986) and talk about the Stephen King novella it’s based on, The Body (from Different Seasons).
We’ll dig into how the film adapts King’s story—what it keeps, what it changes, and how the tone shifts from page to screen. We can also talk about nostalgia, coming-of-age themes, and why this remains one of the most beloved King adaptations.

This will take place at my apartment in Logan Square on a 98” TV. Address will be shared with those who RSVP yes.

I’ll have some light snacks and drinks available. Feel free to bring something to share. If there’s enough interest, we can also coordinate a group pizza order (comment if you’re in).

Agenda:

5:00 pm – Arrive, hang out, and discuss The Body (book-focused conversation to start)
6:00 pm – Movie screening (~1 hr 30 min)
~7:30 pm – Short break + initial reactions
~7:45 pm – Group discussion comparing the film and novella

Leave whenever you’d like!