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Video games
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

Who Is Eugene? 'The Last of Us' Forgotten Character Is More Important Than You Think

Season 2 of The Last of Us adapts only part of The Last of Us Part II, allowing for deeper character exploration and slower storytelling.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago
Video games

Neil Druckmann, creator of The Last of Us': Boredom is our biggest enemy; if the show feels boring, then we're doing something wrong'

Neil Druckmann transforms video game storytelling with innovative adaptations, notably in 'The Last of Us', blending high-quality fiction into television.
fromPolygon
3 days ago
Social justice

The Last of Us' post-apocalyptic homophobia reveals its shallow setting

The Last of Us season 2 critiques existing prejudices, focusing notably on queerphobia while seemingly ignoring other forms of bias.
fromDecider
1 week ago
LA Kings

What time do new episodes of 'The Last of Us' Season 2 come out on HBO and MAX?

The Last of Us Season 2 depicts the strained relationship between Joel and Ellie, set against the backdrop of revenge.
fromInverse
2 weeks ago
LA Kings

'The Last of Us' Biggest Strength May Be Backfiring In Season 2

The Last of Us Season 2 aims for more depth through multiple adaptations but risks pacing issues.
fromKotaku
3 months ago
Video games

5 Things We Noticed In The Last Of Us' New Season Two Trailer

The Last of Us season two will premiere in April 2025, covering part of Part II's narrative across multiple seasons.
Video games
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

Who Is Eugene? 'The Last of Us' Forgotten Character Is More Important Than You Think

Season 2 of The Last of Us adapts only part of The Last of Us Part II, allowing for deeper character exploration and slower storytelling.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago
Video games

Neil Druckmann, creator of The Last of Us': Boredom is our biggest enemy; if the show feels boring, then we're doing something wrong'

Neil Druckmann transforms video game storytelling with innovative adaptations, notably in 'The Last of Us', blending high-quality fiction into television.
fromPolygon
3 days ago
Social justice

The Last of Us' post-apocalyptic homophobia reveals its shallow setting

The Last of Us season 2 critiques existing prejudices, focusing notably on queerphobia while seemingly ignoring other forms of bias.
fromDecider
1 week ago
LA Kings

What time do new episodes of 'The Last of Us' Season 2 come out on HBO and MAX?

The Last of Us Season 2 depicts the strained relationship between Joel and Ellie, set against the backdrop of revenge.
fromInverse
2 weeks ago
LA Kings

'The Last of Us' Biggest Strength May Be Backfiring In Season 2

The Last of Us Season 2 aims for more depth through multiple adaptations but risks pacing issues.
fromKotaku
3 months ago
Video games

5 Things We Noticed In The Last Of Us' New Season Two Trailer

The Last of Us season two will premiere in April 2025, covering part of Part II's narrative across multiple seasons.
more#the-last-of-us
UK news
fromVulture
1 week ago

The Harry Potter TV Show Casting Is Getting Messy

There's controversy over Paapa Essiedu's casting as Snape in the new Harry Potter series, focusing on race and character interpretation.
Women
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Handmaid's Tale Remains Frustrating to the End

The Handmaid's Tale's final season reflects America’s increasing risk of totalitarianism, drawing parallels to political realities since its debut.
#stephen-king
fromInverse
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Riskiest Stephen King Adaptation Could Break A Long-Standing Curse

Mike Flanagan plans a bold five-season adaptation of Stephen King's The Dark Tower, moving beyond past cinematic failures.
fromInverse
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

50 Years Later, Stephen King's Most Iconic Story is Getting A Promising Remake

Stephen King's iconic horror novel Carrie will be adapted into an 8-episode series by Mike Flanagan for Amazon Prime Video.
fromVulture
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Dark Tower Is Taking Forever For a Reason

Mike Flanagan is adapting Stephen King's 'The Dark Tower,' embracing its complexity while focusing on its simplicity in storytelling.
fromInverse
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Riskiest Stephen King Adaptation Could Break A Long-Standing Curse

Mike Flanagan plans a bold five-season adaptation of Stephen King's The Dark Tower, moving beyond past cinematic failures.
fromInverse
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

50 Years Later, Stephen King's Most Iconic Story is Getting A Promising Remake

Stephen King's iconic horror novel Carrie will be adapted into an 8-episode series by Mike Flanagan for Amazon Prime Video.
fromVulture
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Dark Tower Is Taking Forever For a Reason

Mike Flanagan is adapting Stephen King's 'The Dark Tower,' embracing its complexity while focusing on its simplicity in storytelling.
more#stephen-king
fromPolygon
3 months ago
Video games

Elliot Page working on a Beyond: Two Souls TV show despite past controversy

Elliot Page's PageBoy Productions is adapting the game Beyond: Two Souls into a television series, highlighting its rich narrative and emotional depth.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Road Trip review this icky romcom by numbers is oddly romance free

The Road Trip explores romantic connections through humorous and chaotic situations during an unexpected journey.
O'Leary's narrative cleverly intertwines comedy and romance as characters confront their pasts.
fromKotaku
4 months ago
Video games

There's One Excellent Sci-Fi Show You Can Be Sure Won't Be Cancelled

Silo has been confirmed for four seasons, showcasing the growth of streaming shows despite cancellation uncertainties.
fromIndependent
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light' finale: Mark Rylance should win the Best Actor gong at Bafta for this

Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light offers a lavish visual experience but challenges expectations of historical drama.
#interior-chinatown
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Writing

A 'risk-averse' lawyer quit his job to write for TV. Now, he's adapted his own novel into a Hulu show.

Charles Yu transitioned from a practical law career to writing and showrunning, culminating in adapting his novel 'Interior Chinatown' into a Hulu series.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Writing

How a Room Full of Lifeless Westworld Robots Inspired Charles Yu's Interior Chinatown

Charles Yu's experiences on the set of Westworld influenced his critically acclaimed novel, Interior Chinatown, highlighting issues of representation for Asian Americans.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Writing

A 'risk-averse' lawyer quit his job to write for TV. Now, he's adapted his own novel into a Hulu show.

Charles Yu transitioned from a practical law career to writing and showrunning, culminating in adapting his novel 'Interior Chinatown' into a Hulu series.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Writing

How a Room Full of Lifeless Westworld Robots Inspired Charles Yu's Interior Chinatown

Charles Yu's experiences on the set of Westworld influenced his critically acclaimed novel, Interior Chinatown, highlighting issues of representation for Asian Americans.
more#interior-chinatown
#storytelling
fromVG247
4 months ago
Video games

Be thankful more characters weren't whacked off in Arcane, as its writer says Riot placed "no limits" on who could be killed

Arcane season 2 showcased significant character deaths, emphasizing creative freedom in adapting the story from game to television.
fromInverse
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Fallout' Season 2 Is Making One Crucial Change From the Games

The Fallout television adaptation aims to explore character backstories more deeply than the video games can, particularly through flashbacks.
fromVG247
4 months ago
Video games

Be thankful more characters weren't whacked off in Arcane, as its writer says Riot placed "no limits" on who could be killed

Arcane season 2 showcased significant character deaths, emphasizing creative freedom in adapting the story from game to television.
fromInverse
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Fallout' Season 2 Is Making One Crucial Change From the Games

The Fallout television adaptation aims to explore character backstories more deeply than the video games can, particularly through flashbacks.
more#storytelling
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Lord Sugar's life to be adapted into major television series

Lord Alan Sugar's life story is being adapted into a television drama series focusing on his rise from humble beginnings to business success.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Writing

The Listeners review Rebecca Hall's hauntingly delicate drama will paralyse you with dread

The Listeners explores the haunting experience of feeling unheard, focusing on Claire's struggle with a mysterious hum that others dismiss.
#say-nothing
fromBustle
5 months ago
Writing

This Award-Winning Author Works With Writer's Block, Not Against It

Screenwriting experience enhances Keefe's storytelling abilities in journalism, reflecting a unique blend of structure and narrative depth.
fromwww.esquire.com
5 months ago
Writing

Why FX's Say Nothing' Is Excellent, Downright Exhilarating TV

FX's 'Say Nothing' adapts Patrick Radden Keefe's book into a captivating series about the Irish Troubles, blending mystery and historical depth.
fromBustle
5 months ago
Writing

This Award-Winning Author Works With Writer's Block, Not Against It

Screenwriting experience enhances Keefe's storytelling abilities in journalism, reflecting a unique blend of structure and narrative depth.
fromwww.esquire.com
5 months ago
Writing

Why FX's Say Nothing' Is Excellent, Downright Exhilarating TV

FX's 'Say Nothing' adapts Patrick Radden Keefe's book into a captivating series about the Irish Troubles, blending mystery and historical depth.
more#say-nothing
Film
fromIndieWire
5 months ago

'Dune: Prophecy' Showrunner Explains How They Expanded the World: 'Freedom to Carve Our Own Territory'

The resurgence of 'Dune' has introduced a new fanbase to the franchise, highlighted by the success of adaptations and spin-offs.
fromTODAY.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Cross' star Aldis Hodge shares how becoming a dad helped him shape his Alex Cross character

Aldis Hodge reinterprets Alex Cross in a personal way, drawing from his experiences as a new father for the upcoming series 'Cross'.
#netflix
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How a former data analyst turned his 14-year career at Riot Games into 'Arcane,' a beautiful, expensive Netflix hit

'Arcane' showcases how a career shift led to a successful adaptation of a popular video game, bridging music and television.
fromVulture
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Netflix Might Find a New Mr. Darcy

Netflix is considering a new adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, but the project is not yet confirmed.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How a former data analyst turned his 14-year career at Riot Games into 'Arcane,' a beautiful, expensive Netflix hit

'Arcane' showcases how a career shift led to a successful adaptation of a popular video game, bridging music and television.
fromVulture
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Netflix Might Find a New Mr. Darcy

Netflix is considering a new adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, but the project is not yet confirmed.
more#netflix
fromPolygon
5 months ago
Video games

The meaning behind Fallout's famous theme music

The music of Fallout, especially the motif by Inon Zur, is crucial for conveying narrative and emotional depth in both games and the new TV show.
#jilly-cooper
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Writing

I was always the bit of totty': Emily Atack on tabloids, trolls and life after The Inbetweeners

Emily Atack expresses a nuanced view of female representation in media, particularly in Jilly Cooper's works, where complex female characters evoke empathy rather than judgment.
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago
Writing

The Silliest, Sexiest Show of the Year

Rivals is a comically excessive yet deeply serious exploration of pleasure in a fictionalized 1980s setting.
Jilly Cooper's stories blend humor with keen social observation, set against a backdrop of British aristocracy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Writing

I was always the bit of totty': Emily Atack on tabloids, trolls and life after The Inbetweeners

Emily Atack expresses a nuanced view of female representation in media, particularly in Jilly Cooper's works, where complex female characters evoke empathy rather than judgment.
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago
Writing

The Silliest, Sexiest Show of the Year

Rivals is a comically excessive yet deeply serious exploration of pleasure in a fictionalized 1980s setting.
Jilly Cooper's stories blend humor with keen social observation, set against a backdrop of British aristocracy.
more#jilly-cooper
#aaron-hernandez
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

American Crime Story' Turns to Sports With Aaron Hernandez Saga

Aaron Hernandez's life and descent from NFL star to convicted murderer is explored in a new anthology series, emphasizing a nuanced narrative experience.
fromVulture
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Recap: Love of the Game

The climax revolves around Aaron Hernandez's arrest, showcasing his tragic downfall and escalating paranoia.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

American Crime Story' Turns to Sports With Aaron Hernandez Saga

Aaron Hernandez's life and descent from NFL star to convicted murderer is explored in a new anthology series, emphasizing a nuanced narrative experience.
fromVulture
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Recap: Love of the Game

The climax revolves around Aaron Hernandez's arrest, showcasing his tragic downfall and escalating paranoia.
more#aaron-hernandez
fromInsideHook
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

NBC's Latest "Tonight Show" Change Involves a Post-Football Edition

The Tonight Show is adapting to viewership changes by airing a special episode after Sunday Night Football, featuring celebrity guests.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

For Disclaimer,' Alfonso Cuaron Updates His Terms and Conditions

Cuaron transformed his vision for a film adaptation of Disclaimer into a seven-episode limited series, utilizing television's format for deeper storytelling.
Digital life
#ryan-murphy
fromwww.esquire.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The True Story Behind Kitty Menendez from Monsters'

The series 'Monsters' prompts reflection on Kitty Menendez's life and her representation, blending personal trauma with familial conflict.
fromVG247
6 months ago
Video games

American Horror Story creator's next series reunites him with Evan Peters for an adaptation of a comic where you can become physically perfect through, uh, getting an STD

Ryan Murphy's new show adapts The Beauty comic, exploring the dark side of beauty obsession through a controversial narrative.
The show features a notable cast and is expected to start production soon.
fromwww.esquire.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The True Story Behind Kitty Menendez from Monsters'

The series 'Monsters' prompts reflection on Kitty Menendez's life and her representation, blending personal trauma with familial conflict.
fromVG247
6 months ago
Video games

American Horror Story creator's next series reunites him with Evan Peters for an adaptation of a comic where you can become physically perfect through, uh, getting an STD

Ryan Murphy's new show adapts The Beauty comic, exploring the dark side of beauty obsession through a controversial narrative.
The show features a notable cast and is expected to start production soon.
more#ryan-murphy
fromInverse
7 months ago
JavaScript

How Many Episodes Are in 'Agatha All Along'? It's More Complicated Than You Think

Agatha All Along continues MCU's trend of nine-episode series, reflecting the evolution of Marvel's storytelling on television.
fromVulture
7 months ago
Writing

My Brilliant Friend Recap: Have Your Cake and Eat It, Too

Ferrante's Neapolitan Quartet immerses readers in Lenù's intense perspective, making her obsession with Nino both relatable and painfully frustrating when depicted on screen.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Media industry

Hell on Middle-earth? The Rings of Power fails to spin streaming gold

Amazon's "Rings of Power" faces high expectations and mixed reception, highlighting the challenges of adapting beloved fantasy literature on a massive budget.
fromVG247
7 months ago
San Francisco

As claims of Amazon pausing Good Omens production emerge over serious allegations against Neil Gaiman, the author reportedly offers to step away from the show

Neil Gaiman's alleged misconduct has led to a pause in the production of Good Omens season 3, amid ongoing discussions regarding the show's future.
Marketing
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

The TikTok to Hollywood Pipeline

Viral fame can lead to unexpected opportunities, like TV adaptations, reflecting the interconnectedness of social media and traditional media.
fromKotaku
7 months ago
Writing

Game Of Thrones Author Posts, Then Quickly Deletes, Scathing House Of The Dragon Criticism

George R. R. Martin has concerns about the changes made to the 'Blood and Cheese' scene in 'House of the Dragon'.
fromtime.com
7 months ago
Writing

A Disappointing Three Women Adaptation Spotlights One Woman Too Many

Lisa Taddeo's adaptation of her book 'Three Women' struggles to replicate the intimacy and connection present in the original work.
fromKotaku
8 months ago
Music

This Classic Lara Croft Tomb Raider Statue Looks Great And Is Just 90 Bucks

Tomb Raider is shifting focus to television projects while a new game is in development.
A statue celebrating Lara Croft's design across game eras is now available for pre-order.
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