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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.

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.

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.

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.
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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.
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Pacific Drive Is Getting A TV Adaptation From Saw Co-Creator James Wan

Atomic Monster is adapting the indie game Pacific Drive into a television series, reflecting the trend of video game adaptations.

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.

Pacific Drive Is Getting A TV Adaptation From Saw Co-Creator James Wan

Atomic Monster is adapting the indie game Pacific Drive into a television series, reflecting the trend of video game adaptations.

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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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.

'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.
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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.

'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.

Like A Dragon: Yakuza Is A Confused, Sometimes Visionary Mess

Amazon's adaptation of Yakuza struggles with storytelling depth and character development, diluting its potential as a prestige television series.

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.

'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.

Like A Dragon: Yakuza Is A Confused, Sometimes Visionary Mess

Amazon's adaptation of Yakuza struggles with storytelling depth and character development, diluting its potential as a prestige television series.
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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.

Hulu's 'Interior Chinatown' Adaptation Is a Different Tale for a Different Hollywood Landscape

Charles Yu's 'Interior Chinatown' satirizes Asian stereotypes in Hollywood through the story of an Asian actor striving for recognition in a stereotypical role.
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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.

My Brilliant Friend season four review every episode of this stunning drama is like a mini movie

The concluding season of My Brilliant Friend successfully encapsulates the complex relationships and societal shifts depicted in Ferrante's final Neapolitan novel.

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.

My Brilliant Friend season four review every episode of this stunning drama is like a mini movie

The concluding season of My Brilliant Friend successfully encapsulates the complex relationships and societal shifts depicted in Ferrante's final Neapolitan novel.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.

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.

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.
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#science-fiction

'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.

50 Years Ago, A Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Franchise Got a Spinoff You've Probably Never Seen

The Planet of the Apes franchise initiated the modern science fiction genre, blending elements of dystopia and time travel.

'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.

50 Years Ago, A Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Franchise Got a Spinoff You've Probably Never Seen

The Planet of the Apes franchise initiated the modern science fiction genre, blending elements of dystopia and time travel.
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'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'.
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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.

Netflix Might Find a New Mr. Darcy

Netflix is considering a new adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, but the project is not yet confirmed.

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.

Netflix Might Find a New Mr. Darcy

Netflix is considering a new adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, but the project is not yet confirmed.
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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.
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Everything you need to know about Rivals' gay couple Charles and Gerald

The adaptation highlights a central gay romance against the backdrop of 1980s Britain, addressing societal challenges and discrimination.

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.

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.

David Tennant teases nude scenes in 'racy' Jilly Cooper adaptation

David Tennant promises a racy adaptation of 'Rivals' with ample nudity and dramatic romantic entanglements.

Everything you need to know about Rivals' gay couple Charles and Gerald

The adaptation highlights a central gay romance against the backdrop of 1980s Britain, addressing societal challenges and discrimination.

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.

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.

David Tennant teases nude scenes in 'racy' Jilly Cooper adaptation

David Tennant promises a racy adaptation of 'Rivals' with ample nudity and dramatic romantic entanglements.
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#aaron-hernandez

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.

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.

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.

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.
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#stephen-king

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.

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.

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.

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.
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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.
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Lilly Wachowski to adapt trans horror novel Manhunt for TV

Lilly Wachowski adapts the queer horror novel Manhunt, showcasing authentic transgender narratives in her upcoming television projects.
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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.
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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.

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.

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.

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.
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That's a career killer': the brutally high stakes of bringing The Office to Australia

The Australian version of The Office carries immense pressure, with potential for both success and failure.

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.
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Funny Woman series two review Gemma Arterton is tediously perfect

The adaptation of "Funny Woman" simplifies the original novel's comedy focus, leading to a more generic yet still compelling storyline.
Gemma Arterton's performance revitalizes Sophie Straw, highlighting her comedic timing and charm, making the character relatable and engaging.

Michael Ian Black Is Just Trying to Figure It Out

Michael Ian Black is excited about his new role on CNN's comedy show, adapting British humor for an American audience.

Funny Woman series two review Gemma Arterton is tediously perfect

The adaptation of "Funny Woman" simplifies the original novel's comedy focus, leading to a more generic yet still compelling storyline.
Gemma Arterton's performance revitalizes Sophie Straw, highlighting her comedic timing and charm, making the character relatable and engaging.

Michael Ian Black Is Just Trying to Figure It Out

Michael Ian Black is excited about his new role on CNN's comedy show, adapting British humor for an American audience.
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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.

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.
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The TikTok to Hollywood Pipeline

Viral internet content increasingly leads to adaptations in traditional media, reflecting a significant shift in consumer behavior and entertainment connectivity.

The TikTok to Hollywood Pipeline

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

The TikTok to Hollywood Pipeline

Viral internet content increasingly leads to adaptations in traditional media, reflecting a significant shift in consumer behavior and entertainment connectivity.

The TikTok to Hollywood Pipeline

Viral fame can lead to unexpected opportunities, like TV adaptations, reflecting the interconnectedness of social media and traditional media.
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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'.

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.

Pachinko Recap: Mercy Is Not a Gift

Pachinko's narrative technique creates tension but sometimes reduces character actions to memories rather than active development.

In 'Miss Merkel,' Germany's former chancellor is a crime-solving amateur detective

Angela Merkel's fictional portrayal as a detective in 'Miss Merkel' reflects her public image and showcases a creative narrative of her retirement.

Lady in the Lake Series-Finale Recap: Where You Gonna Run To?

The adaptation of Lady in the Lake emphasizes Cleo's agency and narrative importance, contrasting with her role in the original novel.

Will Netflix 'Dorian Gray' series remove Wilde's homoerotic themes?

Netflix's adaptation modifies 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' but faces backlash for erasing its homoerotic themes.

3 Body Problem': Book vs. TV Show Differences

3 Body Problem is a new sci-fi series co-created by Game of Thrones showrunners based on Liu Cixin's novels.
The show condenses the first book, touches on the second, and hints at the third book in the trilogy.
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