I read and enjoyed the book about 10 years ago. I love the films of the McDonagh brothers. I love Morocco (and recognised many of the places - I've sat in the very same POV seat in the El Minzah bar in Tangier). I thoroughly enjoyed the film (slagged off by critics) with some reservations. Didn't like starting with all the credits at the start (none at the end). Great camerawork. Good script. Some fine acting - should I say Fiennes acting? Actually Matt Smith was the best I felt and the guy who plays the father superb (Best Supporting Actor nomination please). Go to it. It's good.