I have no idea why the books was a hit, the film's plot is allegedly very close to the book and I am not impressed. It's full of cliches and the story is predictable. The director doesn't do a very good job, lots of unnecessary close ups and mid-shots, despite the fact that the location, the swamps and the forest are important to the story, the director doesn't seem to know and appreciate that. The acting is mediocre also, including the main actress. The film has a Hallmark-like and TV feel to it, despite the sexual content. I recommend you watch it only if you can do it for free.
Review of Where the Crawdads Sing
