Getting back to the original question -- I barely remember reading 'Howard's End' a few years ago. Then, when I saw the movie, I would know what was about to happen seconds before it did -- I guess I had SOME memory of the book, but it clearly needed triggering. The movie, on the other hand, has stayed with me. It was gorgeous to look at and listen to. I doubt I'd want to reread the book, but I'd sit through the flick again!