What's the Difference between Midnight Express the Book and Midnight Express the Movie?

Drama

Midnight Express

98%
Released: 1977
Author: Billy Hayes William Hoffer

Midnight Express

2%
Released: 1978
Director: Alan Parker
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Billy Hayes
Billy Hayes
Portrayed by: Brad Davis
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   Billy was alone in Turkey when he is arrested. Billy is on vacation with his girlfrend Susan when he is arrested.
   While Billy engaged in consensual sex with other prisoners. He does not and declines the invitation from another prisoner.
   This doesn't occur. Hamidou, the warden beats Billy and attempts to rape him.
   While being transfered to the police station Billy attempted to exit the car at a red light and Tex pulled a gun on him forcing him to remain in the car. Billy escapes and is chased and captured by Tex at gunpoint.
   While under interrogation, a Turkish policeman translated for Billy. Tex, the American, provides the translation for Billy.
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