I was and am a huge admirer of Tom Wolfe, from his new journalism pieces to his nonfiction books to his novels. I read "A Man in Full" when it came out. Although I knew little about Atlanta's elites, I saw both the pinpoint accuracy and satire of the characters and situations. The writing was also sharp and biting. I watched the mini-series and although Jeff Daniels was very good, as well as Bill Camp, one of the best character actors in the business today, and the fine other supporting players, I found the series lacking the Tom Wolfe touch. Skip the mini-series and read the novel.
I was and am a huge admirer of Tom Wolfe, from his new journalism pieces to his nonfiction books to his novels. I read "A Man in Full" when it came out. Although I knew little about Atlanta's elites, I saw both the pinpoint accuracy and satire of the characters and situations. The writing was also sharp and biting. I watched the mini-series and although Jeff Daniels was very good, as well as Bill Camp, one of the best character actors in the business today, and the fine other supporting players, I found the series lacking the Tom Wolfe touch. Skip the mini-series and read the novel.
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