How often do books become really great movies, loved just as much? It seems that most of the time, if the book came first, it is better. I do, however, have one exception in mind - a movie that we both like, and I think we also share the same opinion about the book :) There are also a few other examples like this that I find better, or at least as good as the original story, but today’s post is about Breakfast at Tiffany’s - a great classic movie with Audrey Hepburn.

I remember watching it some years ago at the beginning of spring, and the weather that day felt similar to the opening scene - when Holly is walking in the morning sunlight in New York on her way to Tiffany’s store. That is my favourite scene in the movie - I think because it feels so peaceful and elegant. Audrey looks amazing in the window reflection while having coffee and a croissant, looking at the jewellery. I also love the “Moon River” song scene very much too; it also feels peaceful, when she is playing guitar and singing with her hair wrapped in a towel. I can’t say that I like every scene in the movie, and Holly is, of course, not perfect - although she is definitely charming in her carefree way of living.

But still, I think the way this story is told in the movie is nicer than in the original book, which I read afterwards. And I think, for the most part, Audrey Hepburn made it feel that way.

When I had a chance to visit New York, I made sure to find that street from the opening scene and walk along to the Tiffany’s store - and, of course, tried to take some nice pictures too :) It felt so nice to be in a place I had only seen in the movie before and to feel a bit like a part of the story.

Of course, in the end, it doesn’t have to be about the location itself - but about rediscovering that happy, uplifting feeling you get after watching a really great movie or reading a really great book.

Do you have a book or movie that you like a lot? Let me know in the comments :)