Yes, it might be available on HBO Max. HBO Max has a wide range of movies during the Christmas season, and 'A Christmas Story' is a popular holiday classic, so there's a good chance it can be streamed there.
Well, in most cases, HBO Max would strive to offer the complete version of 'The Outsiders' as a novel adaptation. They understand that fans of the book expect to see the full story unfold on screen. But it's also possible that some very small details might be omitted or slightly altered for the sake of making it more suitable for a visual medium or to fit within a certain time frame. For example, some internal monologues from the book might be shortened a bit in the HBO Max version, but overall it should be pretty close to the complete novel.
Some American fiction is on HBO Max, but not all. It varies by licensing and acquisition deals. You might find popular shows and movies, but for some less mainstream ones, you might have to look elsewhere.
Yes, 'Love and Death' on HBO Max is indeed a true story. This show is set against the backdrop of real - life events. It explores themes like love, jealousy, and crime that were part of the real incident. By basing the story on true events, it adds an extra layer of authenticity and makes the viewers more engaged as they are watching something that actually happened in the past.