The Picture of Dorian Gray (film adaptations)

"The Picture of Dorian Gray" is a story originally written by Oscar Wilde about a young man, Dorian Gray, who becomes obsessed with his own beauty. In various film adaptations, his portrait magically ages and shows signs of his moral decay while he remains outwardly youthful and handsome. This serves as a critique of vanity, hedonism, and the consequences of a life lived without accountability. The story explores themes of identity, the effects of art on life, and the conflict between inner morality and outer appearances, making it a captivating tale for both literary and cinema audiences.