Taylor Sheridan To Adapt ‘Summer Moon’ for Screen
S.C. Gwynne’s “Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History” is set to make its debut on screen, with Taylor Sheridan at the helm as director, according to reports from Deadline. Originally published in 2010 by Scribner, Gwynne’s book chronicles […]
Literary Adaptations Lead the Pack in Oscar Nods
Literary adaptations have taken center stage in this year’s Oscar nominations, with the top three most nominated films all drawing inspiration from books. Leading the pack is “Oppenheimer,” based on Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin’s “American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer,” earning a staggering 13 nominations. Among these are nods […]
4 New Adaptations To Watch in February
Be sure to keep an eye out for our upcoming in-depth columns on two highly anticipated book adaptations: “One Day,” a Netflix limited series based on David Nicholls’ beloved novel premiering on Feb. 8, and “Shōgun,” a new FX miniseries based on James Clavell’s epic historical novel premiering on Feb. 27. But before these releases […]
Lily Gladstone To Star in ‘Memory Police’ Film
Lily Gladstone’s upcoming role in the film adaptation of Yoko Ogawa’s acclaimed novel, “The Memory Police,” marks a significant moment in cinematic history. As reported by the Hollywood Reporter, Gladstone is set to star in this highly anticipated project, adding her talent to a story that has captivated readers worldwide. Originally published in Japan in […]
‘Dog Man’ Film Coming in 2025
Pilkey’s beloved character, Dog Man, is poised to leap from the pages of his graphic novels into the vibrant world of animation. Deadline’s recent report has set hearts racing with the announcement that Universal Pictures will be bringing Dog Man to life on the big screen. Mark your calendars for January 31, 2025, as that’s […]
‘Dark Places’ Series in the Works at HBO
HBO is set to embark on a thrilling journey into Gillian Flynn’s dark and twisted world with a limited series adaptation of her gripping novel, “Dark Places.” Originally published in 2009, the novel follows the harrowing tale of a woman who survived the brutal massacre of her family years ago, only to accuse her brother […]
Apple TV+ Releases Trailer for ‘Manhunt’ Series
Apple TV+ recently unveiled a gripping trailer for “Manhunt,” its upcoming miniseries based on James L. Swanson’s acclaimed book, “Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln’s Killer,” originally published in 2006 by Morrow/HarperCollins. The narrative delves into the intense pursuit of John Wilkes Booth and his accomplices by Union cavalry troops following the assassination of President […]
ABC Drops Trailer for Season 2 of ‘Will Trent’
ABC recently released an electrifying trailer for the highly anticipated second season of “Will Trent,” the gripping crime series based on Karin Slaughter’s renowned novels. Slaughter’s compelling narrative centers around Will Trent, a special agent for the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, along with his partner Faith Mitchell and best friend Angie Polaski. Introduced in Slaughter’s […]
Netflix’s ‘One Day’: Quotidian Rom-Drama Meanders
British author David Nicholls’ novel “One Day,” initially published in the United States in 2010, garnered attention for its resemblance to Nora Ephron’s beloved rom-com “When Harry Met Sally…” Both narratives follow the trajectory of a man and a woman whose friendship evolves into romance over the years, starting shortly after their college graduation. While […]
Disney+ Renews ‘Percy Jackson’ for Season 2
Disney+ has announced the return of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” to the small screen with a renewed second season. This adaptation of Rick Riordan’s beloved children’s fantasy novels has garnered significant acclaim, following its successful debut last December on the streaming platform. The first season of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” centered around Riordan’s […]