The problem with adaptations of books is the fact that characters on film are often compilations of a number of characters in the books. Orry comes across as a combination of George (physically) and Cooper (socially/politically). If Cooper was a least seen in the earlier mini-series, his presence wouldn't have puzzled everyone. John Jakes's works for some reason always have events out of place when they hit the screen. Hollywood never seems to stop tampering with books that have been read by millions. Obviously, Hollywood thinks it can improve on bestsellers. Remember the Kent Family Chronicles? Characters in the books who never met in the first place are friends. Historical figures have their names changed, etc. Heaven and Hell was a mess, most definitely, but Hollywood should face the fact that people aren't quite as stupid as they think they are. Even if you never read the books, the first two installments were well made. However, the third is a mess. Period.
