Book Vs. Movie: Shrek (2001)

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This program will take place in person at West Farms Library. Join us for special screening of Shrek and stay after the movie for a dicussion about the book and adaptaiton. (Copies of the book by William Steig will be available to check out at the branch ahead of the screening.) A green ogre living a life of solitude in a far away swamp, Shrek is suddenly invaded by a horde of fairy tale characters, such as the Big Bad Wolf and the Three Little Pigs, all refugees of their homes who have been shunned by the evil Lord Farquaad. Shrek decides to offer Lord Farquaad a deal; he will rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona , who is intended to be Farquaad's bride, in exchange for peace and quiet at his swamp.

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