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073 - What's Wrong with Hamnet?
Episode 73
Thursday, 22 January, 2026

In this episode of the Indie Writers Club podcast, James Blatch and Cara Claire discuss the transition of Cara's writing project, 'The Chatterley Affair', into the marketing phase. And delve into a detailed critique of the film adaptation of 'Hamlet', comparing it to the original book. The conversation highlights the importance of character development, emotional engagement, and the role of directors and authors in film adaptations, culminating in a discussion about audience reactions and the overall impact of the film.USEFUL LINKS:Hamnet 5 Star Review from The i: https://inews.co.uk/culture/film/sobbed-through-hamnet-gut-wrenching-4104154 ($)I Hated Hamnet (Review) also from The i: https://inews.co.uk/culture/film/i-hated-hamnet-4167808 ($)Get 15% of annual plans at our sponsor ProWritingAid by using code IWC15https://www.prowritingaid.com Join our Patreon for exclusive access including Live Q&As with James & Cara and your chance to discuss your writing career.https://www.indiewritersclub.com/support