Truman Capote's Breakfast At Tiffany's (1958) & Film Adaptation

Truma Capote's "Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Three Stories" (1958) is a collection of captivating works, including the iconic novella "Breakfast at Tiffany's."The novella's prose style prompted Norman Mailer to call Capote "the most perfect writer of my generation," highlighting the enduring impact of Capote's literary prowess.

"Breakfast at Tiffany's" is a haunting portrayal of New York society girl Holly Golightly, that has become a literary classic. "In this seductive, wistful masterpiece, Capote created a woman whose name has entered the American idiom and whose style is a part of the literary landscape—her poignancy, wit, and naïveté continue to charm" (Goodreads).

According to the biographer Gerald Clarke, “Holly was Capote’s favourite creation”. Holly represented all of his ‘swans’, the magnetic women he found buzzing around the rich and elite that he’d become friends with.

In 1961, Blake Edwards adapted "Breakfast at Tiffany's" into a major motion picture of the same title. The film brought Capote’s novel to life, with Audrey Hepburn’s interpretation of the whimsical and complicated New York socialite becoming a defining moment in her career. Hepburn's portrayal of the enigmatic and unforgettable Holly Golightly in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" is one of the most iconic moments in cinematic history. The promotional images taken during filming at Paramount Studios in 1960, showcased Hepburn’s elegance, with her poised yet playful demeanor perfectly embodying the character.

This online meetup group is set to discuss both Truman Capote's novel and Blake Edward's film adaptation.
Details:
- Read Capote's novel. (142 pages).
- Rent the film using one of the available streaming services and watch it in your own time.
- At 8.00pm EET time the online meeting will start to discuss book & adaptation.