The Bookshop

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In a quaint English seaside village, Florence Green battles the community's resistance as she transforms a derelict building into a modest yet vibrant bookshop. It's a heart-wrenching tale of one woman's courage against societal snobbery and nostalgia’s chokehold.

The Bookshop Trivia

In Penelope Fitzgerald's novel "The Bookshop," what year does Florence Green decide to open her bookshop? (Hard)

#1: 1959

#2: 1965

#3: 1977

#4: 1982

In Penelope Fitzgerald's novel "The Bookshop," what is the name of the haunted house Florence Green uses for her shop? (Genius)

#1: The Old Library

#2: Polstead Mansion

#3: Elm House

#4: The Old House

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The Bookshop Fun Facts

The protagonist, Florence Green, goes against the odds by opening a bookshop in a hostile, small English town.

The novel features a quirky character named Mr. Brundish, who becomes an unexpected ally to Florence Green.

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January 2017

Release of The Bookshop

The Bookshop, a British drama film based on the novel by Penelope Fitzgerald, was first released in 2017.

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September 22, 2017

Premiere at San Sebastián International Film Festival

The Bookshop had its world premiere at the San Sebastián International Film Festival.

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September 2017

Film wins Best Actress Award at San Sebastián

Bill Nighy won the Best Actor Award at San Sebastián for his role in The Bookshop.

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January 19, 2018

UK Theatrical Release

The Bookshop was released in cinemas across the United Kingdom.

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