It’s tough enough to naturally incorporate just the slightest bit of voiceover, a whole movie’s worth would have felt forced and grown tiresome. There was no way Jack could break down each and every moment of Room the movie. It’s about how the experience changed them and there’s no purer way to convey that than via the perspective of a child. Room isn’t just about getting out and getting home. Rather than throw all the details at you via a character who is well aware of what she’s lost, Jack’s narration lets you view the situation from a completely fresh standpoint, adding a number of unique, powerful layers to the story. It’s a shocking, warped way of living, but what makes Room such a thoughtful, poignant piece of work is how Donoghue presents it all. However, little does he know, certain parts of his daily routine are there to better their chances of going home. and they operate on a schedule that will keep him as healthy and happy as possible. Everything has a proper name - Rug, Wardrobe, Door, etc. Prior to his fifth birthday, Ma basically constructs and lives in Jack’s world. The entire novel is narrated by Jack, which is a downright brilliant decision. There are a number of reasons why Room is an especially challenging book to adapt, but the one that I suspect could have sunk the big screen rendition is how Donoghue approached the narration.
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