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'Harry Potter' series won't be 'secretly infused' with J.K. Rowling's 'personal political views'

HBO CEO Casey Bloys states the new Harry Potter series won't reflect J.K. Rowling's controversial views.

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SF LGBT

Potter TV series not 'being infused' with JK Rowling's trans views, HBO boss says

HBO's CEO confirms JK Rowling's views on trans rights won't affect Harry Potter TV adaptation.

New adaptation slated for 2026 with all-new cast despite Rowling's controversies.

SF LGBT

3 days ago

JK Rowling says she 'doesn't have power' to fire Harry Potter star Paapa Essidu after his trans support - and wouldn't anyway

JK Rowling expressed she would not fire actor Paapa Essidu for his support of the trans community despite her views.

fromNew York Post

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SF LGBT

'Harry Potter' series won't be 'secretly infused' with J.K. Rowling's 'personal political views'

HBO CEO Casey Bloys states the new Harry Potter series won't reflect J.K. Rowling's controversial views.

SF LGBT

Potter TV series not 'being infused' with JK Rowling's trans views, HBO boss says

HBO's CEO confirms JK Rowling's views on trans rights won't affect Harry Potter TV adaptation.

New adaptation slated for 2026 with all-new cast despite Rowling's controversies.

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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.

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

2 weeks 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.

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.

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.

San Jose Sharks

Is The Last Of Us Skipping One Of The Game's Most Tragic Deaths?

The Last of Us series intensifies its tragedy, altering key events from the game, particularly concerning the fate of Ellie's horse, Shimmer.

fromenglish.elpais.com

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.

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

2 weeks 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.

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.

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.

San Jose Sharks

Is The Last Of Us Skipping One Of The Game's Most Tragic Deaths?

The Last of Us series intensifies its tragedy, altering key events from the game, particularly concerning the fate of Ellie's horse, Shimmer.

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

1 month 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

3 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.

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.

3 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.

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.

more#stephen-king

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.

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

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.

#storytelling

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.

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.

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.

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

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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.

fromwww.theguardian.com

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.

Writing

fromtime.com

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.

#say-nothing

fromBustle

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.

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

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.

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.

'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

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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'.

#netflix

fromBusiness Insider

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.

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

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.

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

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.

#rivals

fromThe Atlantic

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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.

NYC LGBT

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.

fromThe Atlantic

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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.

NYC LGBT

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

#ryan-murphy

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

fromwww.theguardian.com

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.

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

8 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.

8 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'.