The movie is never the same as the book...however, leaving major turning points and critical portions out of the movie ruins the effect completely and if they are planning on making more films there is A LOT of backpedeling to do. I was extremely disappointed with what the did with the movie. Completely ruined the book and the wonderful job Ms. Meyers did writing it. Doubt I'll waste 2 hours watching it a 2nd time, or even waste time on the next film.