Casablanca
Casablanca
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1986
Book Brief
BetaNovel • Fiction
Casablanca, Morocco • 1940s
1986
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Casablanca, directed by Michael Curtiz, is a 1942 film set during World War II. The story follows a nightclub owner in Casablanca who encounters an old flame and faces difficult decisions involving love, loyalty, and resistance against occupying forces. The film explores themes of sacrifice and moral dilemmas in a time of conflict.
Romantic
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Melancholic
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
12 ratings
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Review Roundup
Casablanca, directed by Michael Curtiz, is widely praised for its timeless romance, superb performances, and iconic dialogue. Its engaging plot and atmospheric setting captivate audiences. Criticized occasionally for its melodramatic elements, it remains a celebrated classic that skillfully blends drama, intrigue, and romance.
Who Should Read Casablanca?
A reader who enjoys Casablanca by Michael Curtiz likely appreciates classic romance and wartime drama. Comparable to readers of A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway and Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell, they relish intricate plots, historical settings, and deep character development.
12 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Casablanca, Morocco • 1940s
1986
Adult
18+ years
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