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Zemeckis co-wrote the script with Forrest Gump scribe Eric Roth based on the 2014 graphic novel, which was adapted from a comic strip Richard McGuire created in 1989.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 1 Nov. 2024
But this overly sentimental, unduly earnest journey based on Richard McGuire's graphic novel is more gimmick than substance, one overflowing with moments and characters that proves ultimately unfulfilling.
—Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 31 Oct. 2024
Given that the source material for this film is a graphic novel enjoyed by people of all ages in France, is the goal to do something similar with the film?
Kassovitz: This is very much a kids’ film.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 28 Oct. 2024
The new graphic novel series ensures that Junie B. will continue to delight readers, says Park’s longtime editor, Shana Corey.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1964, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near graphic novel
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“Graphic novel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/graphic%20novel. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
graphic novel
noun
: a work of fiction or non-fiction that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book
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