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Stephen King's Misery is a multi-faceted metaphor for both addiction and toxic fandom, but it's also a brutal thriller from start to finish. In episode 297, Join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they uncover the secrets of Annie Wilkes, ask if Paul Sheldon is a King self-insert, take a hard look at the novel's themes as they come into question at the end, and react to one of the most harrowing scenes they've encountered yet. Join them next week for their review of the film by Rob Reiner! Ink to Film Get Misery or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Something Wicked" by Ross Bugden Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

After a year of legendary filmmakers, masterful novels, and children's classics to warm the heart, how does it all stack up against one another? In episode 296, join Luke & James for the episode that tries to make sense of it all, including what rose to the top and what belongs at the bottom. From Shawshank to Twilight, Pinocchio to The Road, Trainspotting to The Wizard of Oz, it's time to finish out season 7 of the podcast with Last Looks! Categories Biggest Surprise Worst Read Best Read Worst Watch Best Watch (A.K.A. Best Adaptation) Learn "What Writers Can Learn from Adaptations" from Luke! Get any of the source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofil Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Roald Dahl might not have liked it, but Gene Wilder's performance as chocolatier Willy Wonka is the stuff of movie legend, and Mel Stuart's adaptation of the children's novel holds up to this day. In episode 295, Luke & James debate which of many iconic scenes is the most memorable, try not to drink from the nasty brown river, skewer the reprehensible Grandpa Joe, take a trip down the tunnel from hell, and choose which of these children really deserves their fate. They finish by casting their vote on which was better: the book or the movie! Relive a classic before you join Timothée Chalamet for "Wonka" (2023)? Ink to Film Get Charlie and the Chocolate Factory or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Pure Imagination" by Future James Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

The time has come at last to cover the "Master of Suspense" himself, Alfred Hitchcock! What better way than to analyze arguably his most iconic adaptation of all time? In episode 294, join Luke & James as they compare Robert Bloch's version of Norman Bates to the one Anthony Perkins immortalized, get spooked out by a date & time, react to a Bates Motel set that lives on to this day, dissect a legendary shower scene with Janet Leigh, and finally cast their vote on which was best version of this story: the book or the movie? Ink to Film Buy Psycho or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: The Haunt by Lenny C https://youtu.be/R0rxf0b8PG4?si=_wvXF2dyf0upaVdy Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Robert Bloch's novel came out within 2 years of serial killer Ed Gein's arrest, but how much did it influence the character of Norman Bates? In episode 293, Luke & James discuss how Alfred Hitchcock's adaptation boosted Bloch's career, the psychology of dissociative identity disorder as portrayed on film vs. real life, some insidious transphobia, and the way true-crime fascination helped propel PSYCHO. Join them next week for the film! Ink to Film Buy Psycho or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: The Haunt by Lenny C https://youtu.be/R0rxf0b8PG4?si=_wvXF2dyf0upaVdy Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Gary Ross brought the YA-sensation penned by Suzanne Collins to the big screen but made some fundamental changes to the story's scope in the process. In episode 292, Luke & James discuss an expanding POV, a cave scene with less heat, a Taylor Swift soundtrack for the ages, worldbuilding details lost to a shaky camera, Jennifer Lawrence vs Katniss Everdeen, and analyze a desaturated look from a specific time in movies. They finish by casting their votes on which was better: the book or the movie! Ink to Film Buy The Hunger Games or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Run" by Ross Bugden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujsCRw-eA0o Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Have you heard the story of the greatest film that was never made? In this former Patreon-exclusive episode, Luke & James revisit the sci-i classic DUNE, this time with a documentary that explores the world and influence of Alejandro Jodorowsky's unmade film, them make some comparisons to both Denis Villeneuve and David Lynch's takes on the source. Luke also discusses finishing the draft of his underwater science fiction novel! Ink to Film Buy any of the source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Suzanne Collins returns to the big screen this fall with "The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes", but it's worth taking a look back at the book that started the phenomenon: THE HUNGER GAMES. In episode 291, Luke & James debate utopian fiction vs. dystopian fiction, dive into the "Battle Royale" controversy, learn about "Just War" theory, react to love triangles that work, and the value of Mary Sues, then head for the cornucopia just in time for Thanksgiving. Join them next week when they react to the film adaptation directed by Gary Ross! Ink to Film Buy The Hunger Games or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Run" by Ross Bugden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujsCRw-eA0o Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Bram-Stoker-Award-Winning author John Langan joins the show to talk Poe, Mike Flanagan, and what makes a good ending! In episode 290, Luke, James, & John discuss the lasting influence of Edgar Allen Poe, the possible beginning of the "torture-porn" genre, an angry FU to the boomers, the Stephen King story that made John a horror writer, and then they end by casting their votes on which was better: the short story or the tv show! Episodes Covered 1:05 The Tell-Tale Heart 1:06 Goldbug 1:07 The Pit and the Pendulum 1:08 The Raven John Langan Blog https://johnpaullangan.wordpress.com/ Twitter https://x.com/MrGaunt?s=20 The Fisherman: https://bookshop.org/a/23566/9781939905215 Ink to Film Buy The Complete Stories of Edgar Allen Poe or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Hunt" by Marc van der Meulen Official Website: http://www.marcvdmeulen.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLBu1pSrzSQ Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Mike Flanagan is back at it with another bold adaptation, this one covering the body of Edgar Allen Poe's work like never before. In episode 289, Luke & James react to the scene you can never unsee, discuss how Flanagan is telling a surprisingly modern American tale, explore the broad-strokes adaptations of more of Poe's iconic stories, and learn some troubling things about house cats. Join them next week when author John Langan joins to discuss the final four episodes of the show! Episodes covered 1:01 A Midnight Dreary 1:02 The Masque of the Red Death 1:03 Murder in the Rue Morgue 1:04 The Black Cat Ink to Film Buy The Complete Stories of Edgar Allen Poe or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Hunt" by Marc van der Meulen Official Website: http://www.marcvdmeulen.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLBu1pSrzSQ Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Before you react to Mike Flanagan's latest adaptation, it's worth looking back at Edgar Allen Poe's troubled life and iconic body of work. In episode 288, Luke & James lay out the tragedies suffered by a literary titan, learn about a suspect marriage to cousin Virginia, quoth "The Raven," explore the family tree of iconic horror writers, meet Roderick & Madeline Usher, and wall up some literary rivals with "The Cask of Amontillado." Join them next week as they dive into the first four episodes of the Netflix show! References Neil Gaiman reads "The Raven": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jSHKPp-66w Buzzfeed Unsolved: The Macabre Death of Edgar Allen Poe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4DTW4B3Sjs&t=1s Ink to Film Buy The Complete Stories of Edgar Allen Poe or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Hunt" by Marc van der Meulen Official Website: http://www.marcvdmeulen.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLBu1pSrzSQ Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Before the critically acclaimed HULU adaptation Margaret Atwood's novel got a film adaptation in the early 90s starring Robert Duvall and Faye Dunaway, but is this version worth revisiting or is it better left forgotten? In this former Patreon-exclusive episode, Luke & James revisit a dystopian classic, as our modern times slide further toward making it a reality. References George Carlin on Abortion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHRaUUlD00w Ink to Film Buy any of the source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Rafe Judkins' 2nd season of THE WHEEL OF TIME on Amazon Prime hits its stride in the last four episodes, delivering on some of the best moments from the books despite occasional stumbles. In episode 287, Luke & James discuss a Lanfear performance to remember, a special sort of teatime, a cheap shot with Hopper, the unabashedly over-the-top magic, and what they're looking forward to in the confirmed 3rd season. They finish by casting their votes on which is better: THE GREAT HUNT by Robert Jordan or season two? Episodes Covered S2 E5: "Damane" S2 E6: "Eyes Without Pity" S2 E7: "Daes Dae'mar" S2 E8: "What Was Meant to Be" Ink to Film Buy The Great Hunt or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Chosen" by Sirius Beat https://youtu.be/JuaM1romA3c?si=2_dfEQrMY7EGKpxa Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

After watching half of The Wheel of Time's second season, it's time to finish out the book! In episode 286, Luke & James discuss the powerful women of the series, wonder about a potential poly romance, consider the fantasy of being able to glimpse alternative lives, and apologize for getting some timeline things extremely wrong. Join them next week for the final episodes of the new season! Chapters Covered 23: The Testing 24: New Friends and Old Enemies 25: Cairhien 26: Discord 27: The Shadow of the Night 28: A New Thread in the Pattern 29: Seanchan 30: Daes Dae'mar 31: On the Scent 32: Dangerous Worlds 33: A Message in the Dark 34: The Wheel Weaves 35: Stedding Tsofu 36: Among the Elders 37: What Might Be 38: Practice 39: Flight from the White Tower 40: Damane 41: Disagreements 42: Falme 43: A Plan 44: Five Will Ride Forth 45: Blademaster 46: To Come Out of the Shadow 47: The Grave Is No Bar to My Call 48: First Claiming 49: What Was Meant to Be 50: After Ink to Film Buy The Great Hunt or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Chosen" by Sirius Beat https://youtu.be/JuaM1romA3c?si=2_dfEQrMY7EGKpxa Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Rafe Judkins returns to take another shot at Robert Jordan's epic fantasy series, THE WHEEL OF TIME. In episode 285, Luke & James discuss how he's doing through four episodes, a heartbreaking change to Lan & Moiraine's relationship, everything unexpected about the Seanchan & Uno, the purpose of the three arches scenes, and reasons for optimism heading into the rest of the season. Episodes Covered S2 E1: A Taste of Solitude S2 E2: Strangers and Friends S2 E3: What Might Be S2 E4: Daughter of the Night Ink to Film Buy The Great Hunt or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Chosen" by Sirius Beat https://youtu.be/JuaM1romA3c?si=2_dfEQrMY7EGKpxa Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

The Wheel of Time returns for its second season, so Luke & James are back to the series with the first half of book 2! In episode 284, Luke & James admire the flex by Robert Jordan, reject being called a lord, wonder why a hot woman is so disruptive to Rand, begin studying magic with the Aes Sedai, and talk about a 100% locked & fated romance. Join them next week for the first four episodes of the new season! Chapters Covered Prologue: In the Shadow Chapter 1: The Flame of Tar Valon Chapter 2: The Welcome Chapter 3: Friends and Enemies Chapter 4: Summoned Chapter 5: The Shadow in Shienar Chapter 6: Dark Prophecy Chapter 7: Blood Calls Blood Chapter 8: The Dragon Reborn Chapter 9: Leavetakings Chapter 10: The Hunt Begins Chapter 11: Glimmers of the Pattern Chapter 12: Woven in the Pattern Chapter 13: From Stone to Stone Chapter 14: Wolfbrother Chapter 15: Kinslayer Chapter 16: In the Mirror of Darkness Chapter 17: Choices Chapter 18: To the White Tower Chapter 19: Beneath the Dagger Chapter 20: Saidin Chapter 21: The Nine Rings Chapter 22: Watchers Ink to Film Buy The Great Hunt or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Chosen" by Sirius Beat https://youtu.be/JuaM1romA3c?si=2_dfEQrMY7EGKpxa Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Stephen King's collection NIGHT SHIFT contains a plethora of adapted stories, including one that would launch a franchise off the success of Fritz Kiersch's adaptation. In episode 283, Luke & James learn to fear young people, spot some modern religious cult behavior, get an early taste of Halloween, and discuss a different sort of gobbler. They finish out by voting on which was better: the story or the movie! Ink to Film Buy Night Shift or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Something Wicked" by Ross Bugden Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Danny Boyle's cult-hit adaptation of Irvine Welsh's debut novel became an immediate critical darling, and makes many lists of the best British films ever made. In episode 282, Luke & James discuss a legendary production, Ewan McGregor's commitment to understanding the drug scene, a similarity of message to Fight Club's, what the color red represents, and what sort of responsibility artists have for the art they make. They finish by casting their vote for which was better: the book or the movie! References "Choose Drugs" interview by Irvine Welsh Ink to Film Purchase Trainspotting or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Everyone You Know" by Letter Box Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Irvine Welsh's debut novel disturbed and fascinated the literary world in the 90s with its stark, unflinching depiction of the underground heroin-fueled punk scene of Scotland. In episode 281, Luke & James discuss the cult following phenomenon, a shifting message over time, potential pitfalls and benefits of writing in phonetic dialect, a disorienting array of stream-of-consciousness POVs, and the dark humor to be found in the bleakest of circumstances. Join them next week as they compare the novel to the film directed by Danny Boyle! References "Choose Drugs" interview by Irvine Welsh Ink to Film Purchase Trainspotting or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Everyone You Know" by Letter Box Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Richard Fleischer's adaptation of Jules Vernes' landmark novel was a watershed moment in film history, marking a shift in Disney that would play out for decades to come. In episode 280, Luke & James venture beneath the waves again to discuss Ned Land as a troubling American ideal, Captain Nemo cooking up some truth, the surprising message overlapping with Oppenheimer, the history of Disney live-action adventure films, and the Hollywood legend that was Kirk Douglas. The end by voting on which was better: the book or the movie! Ink to Film Purchase Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: https://youtu.be/OOcKiROA2UE Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Jules Verne is considered one of the fathers of Science Fiction, especially "hard" sci-fi, but what is it about him that makes that reputation well-earned? In episode 279, Luke & James discuss the influence of an editor named Hetzel, a man who traveled the world by imagination, the blending of fact & fiction, a Verne novel published for the first time in the 1990s, many things that Verne predicted that came to pass, and finally Luke shares what the most famous underwater novel of all time made him think about his own. Join them next week when they discuss the adaptation! Ink to Film Purchase Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: https://youtu.be/OOcKiROA2UE Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Neil Gaiman wraps the second season of the adaptation of his and Terry Pratchett's novel in Amazon Prime's GOOD OMENS 2. In episode 278, Luke & James discuss the reveals surrounding Jon Hamm's Gabriel, what a fly commandant might be hinting at, the ongoing adventures of Aziraphale and Crowley, keeping stakes alive when the world isn't directly in peril, Michael Sheen and David Tennant's enduring charm, and some intriguing fan theories out there about a possible third season. The finish up by casting their votes on which was better, season 1 or season 2? Ink to Film Purchase Good Omens or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Heaven and Hell": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItD5HYHrzA0 Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Neil Gaiman returns as writer and showrunner for the second season of the adaptation of his and Terry Pratchett's novel in Amazon Prime's GOOD OMENS 2. In episode 277, Luke & James discuss the return of humanity's favorite demon and angel, starting with the mystery surrounding Jon Hamm's Gabriel instead of an impending apocalypse, what a swapping of roles might look like between Michael Sheen and David Tennant, and some clever easter eggs hidden in the first three episodes. Ink to Film Purchase Good Omens or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Heaven and Hell": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItD5HYHrzA0 Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Actor Mike Whittier joins the show to discuss John Hillcoat's adaptation starring the incredible Viggo Mortenson! In episode 276, Luke, James, and Mike discuss the merits of method acting, the role of improvisation, Robert Duvall's transformation, how a faithful adaptation can still make some tough choices about what to omit, and how less ambiguity makes for a very different story. Mike Whittier website www.mikewhittier.com Twitter https://twitter.com/ActorMWhittier IG https://www.instagram.com/actormikewhittier/ Threads https://www.threads.net/@actormikewhittier Ink to Film Purchase The Road or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Wasteland" by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/5eAalHA1bAc Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Did you know Clueless is loosely based on Jane Austen's EMMA? We sure didn't the first time we watched this 90s cult classic, over 20 years ago. Does knowing it was based on a classic novel change our opinion on it? We discuss how well the film's comedy holds up today, plus the many familiar faces in the cast in this former Patreon-exclusive episode! Ink to Film Purchase of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

In light of Cormac McCarthy's recent passing, let's return to his pulitzer-winning novel THE ROAD to celebrate a master with an episode dedicated to his memory. In episode 275, Luke & James revel in the beauty revealed by darkness, compare The Man to recent father figures in media, discuss what they'd be willing to do to survive, wonder about the messages behind old men wandering alone, put some images into their brains for forever, and argue that the novel gets a bad rap for being completely hopeless. Join them next week when they discuss the adaptation directed by John Hillcoat and starring Viggo Mortenson! Ink to Film Purchase The Road or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "The Wasteland" by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/5eAalHA1bAc Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Laura from the "Why the Book Wins" YouTube channel and podcast joins the show to help Luke & James finish out both the book by Liane Moriarty and show by Jean-Marc Vallée and David E. Kelley. In episode 274, they discuss the second half of the novel and episodes 5, 6, and 7 of the show. Topics include: what Ed would hate about podcast analysis, where BLL ranks among other Liane Moriarty books, how the cast brings it home (Nicole Kidman, Zoë Kravitz, Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, Shailene Woodley, Alexander Skarsgård, Adam Scott), what Luke predicted correctly and what he got spectacularly wrong, and they finish by each casting their votes for which was better: the book or the TV show! Why the Book Wins Podcast https://whythebookwins.com/listen-to-podcast/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/WhytheBookWins Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whythebookwins/ Ink to Film Purchase Big Little Lies or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Black Fingerprint" by Dylan Owen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uk5zngU-aAE&t=0s Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

The Egg by Andy Weir was adapted into a couple of short films on YouTube that have garnered millions of views. What makes this story resonate so strongly with people? What did the adaptations change? Let's discuss the films by Kurzgesagt and Sam Meacock. Plus, our thoughts on this mind-bending tale about the nature of reality itself from this former Patreon-exclusive episode! References Andy Weir Short Story The Egg by Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell The Egg by Sam Meacock Ink to Film Purchase or any of the source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Jean-Marc Vallée and David E. Kelley bring Liane Moriarty's darkly comedic tale to the screen, and through the first four episodes, they are nailing it. In episode 273, Luke & James discuss the unbelievable cast (Nicole Kidman, Zoë Kravitz, Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, Shailene Woodley, Alexander Skarsgård, Adam Scott), the different vibes of the HBO adaptation, the grandeur of these wealthy people's lives, the meaning behind some clever transitions, harrowing depictions of potentially upsetting subject matter, and what Luke is predicting about the mystery going into their finale. Ink to Film Purchase Big Little Lies or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Black Fingerprint" by Dylan Owen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uk5zngU-aAE&t=0s Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Liane Moriarty blends the humorous and the serious well, while expertly crafting a whodunnit and who-died at the same time that should appeal to both mystery fans and general readers alike. In episode 272 Luke & James discuss the first half of her bestselling novel, step into the shoes of suburban mothers, explore the world of kindergarten bullying, and take some guesses sure-to-be-wrong about what's to come. Join them next week for the first four episodes of the HBO series starring Nicole Kidman, Zoë Kravitz, Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, Shailene Woodley, and Alexander Skarsgård! Ink to Film Purchase Big Little Lies or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Black Fingerprint" by Dylan Owen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uk5zngU-aAE&t=0s Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

In 1980, David Loxton & Fred Barzyk would choose Ursula K. Le Guin's novel THE LATHE OF HEAVEN to adapt for public broadcast as part of the "Experimental TV Lab" project, but how does it hold up today? In episode 271, Luke & James discuss lost media, the evolution of public broadcast television, getting creative with a shoestring budget, the Vulcan Sleep Grip attack, and what a more modern adaptation of this surreal novel might look like. References Parallel Worlds Bookshop: https://www.instagram.com/parallelworldsbookshop/ Ink to Film Purchase The Lathe of Heaven or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Last Dawn" by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWjgsepyE8I Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Let's talk about one of the most influential SFF writers of all time, the great Ursula K. Le Guin. In episode 270, Luke & James explore the legacy of Le Guin's body of work, the power of manifesting dreams into reality, why she isn't afraid to break contracts with the reader, and the novelty of putting Portland at the center of everything. Join them next week when they discuss the 1980 film adaptation by David Loxton & Fred Barzyk! References "The Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin" a documentary. Parallel Worlds Bookshop: https://www.instagram.com/parallelworldsbookshop/ Ink to Film Vote/suggest TV you'd like to hear next here! Purchase The Lathe of Heaven or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro Music: "Last Dawn" by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWjgsepyE8I Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Stephen King says Frank Darabont's adaptation of this novella is one of his favorites out of the many films made from his work, and for good reason: it's spectacular! In episode 269, Luke & James discuss the warden as the devil theory, which iconic shot Roger Deakins regrets, the differences between Stanley Kubrick and Darabont forcing so many takes, what people say to Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman everywhere they go, and how sometimes going for broad appeal is the right choice. Ink to Film Vote/suggest TV you'd like to hear next here! Purchase Different Seasons or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/Outro Music: "I'm Coming Back" by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhqdQZGJJXU Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Before it was an award-winning film "The Shawshank Redemption" began as one of four novellas published in world-famous horror-writer Stephen King's collection DIFFERENT SEASONS. In episode 268, Luke & James discuss the evolving popularity of novellas today (including THIS IS HOW YOU LOSE THE TIME WAR), the parallels between the main characters and a certain famous detective duo, the ways King makes sure we stay on Andy Dufrense's side, and the injustice of a corrupt for-profit prison system. Join them next week when they discuss Frank Darabont's famous adaptation starring Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins! Ink to Film · Vote/suggest TV you'd like to hear next here! · Purchase Different Seasons or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm · Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) · Home Base: inktofilm.com · Intro/Outro Music: "I'm Coming Back" by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhqdQZGJJXU Luke Elliott · Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com · Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke · IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ · Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey · Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Before The Wheel of Time came to Amazon, another, bizarre version came to FXX. In this former Patreon-exclusive, Luke & James react to James Seda's adaptation of Robert Jordan's epic--well, at least the first 6 pages or so of it. Join them to hear our thoughts on the unfortunate production, the tragic backstory, and the sneaky tactics used by the production company in an attempt to retain the rights to the massively popular IP. Ink to Film Buy any of the source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Chris Van Allsburg is a successful author of multiple children's books, but it was Joe Johnston's adaptation of JUMANJI that kicked off the franchise we know today. In episode 267, Luke & James revisit a staple of their childhood, explore what 90s cinema teaches about manhood, talk about the legacy of Robin Williams, and explore the wild implications of a pair of time-travelling adults. They finish off by casting their votes on which was better: the book or the movie! Ink to Film Purchase Jumanji or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/Outro Music: "Run" by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujsCRw-eA0o Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Edward Berger's modern retelling of Erich Maria Remarque's landmark novel won multiple awards but made some significant changes to the source material. In episode 266, Luke & James are joined by history teacher Tom Leonard to debate how effective the changes were, delve into the real-world history, recognize Chekov's smoking goose, and ultimately each cast their votes on what was the better version: the book or the movie. References · "The Guns of August" by Barbara Tuchman · "Storm of Steel" by Ernst Jünger · "The Price of Glory" by Alistair Horne Ink to Film · Purchase All Quiet on the Western Front or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm · Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) · Home Base: inktofilm.com · Intro/Outro Music: "No Winners" by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qk-vZ1qicI Luke Elliott · Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com · Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke · IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ · Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey · Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Erich Maria Remarque's career defining novel was so influential it created a new genre, got banned by fascists, and recently got adapted again into an award-winning film by Edward Berger. In episode 265, Luke & James imagine the horrors of a senseless war fought in the trenches, find empathy for the enemy, keep their pancakes intact, and analyze why the themes of this novel endure to this day. Ink to Film Purchase All Quiet on the Western Front or any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/Outro Music: "No Winners" by Ross Bugden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qk-vZ1qicI Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

David Cronenberg's adaptation of "The Fly" by George Langelaan reimagines the story as one of a gradual, gruesome transformation into a monster with horrifying results. In episode 264, Luke & James consider the "teletransportation paradox", try to understand the flesh, debate the purpose of shock and disgust, and ask the question: "would you do it?" They finish by casting their votes on which is better, the short story or the film! Ink to Film Buy any of the other source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/Outro Music: "Follow You Home" Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Catherine Hardwicke's adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's already successful teen vampire novel launched the mega-franchise as we know it today. In episode 263, Luke & James react to the movie whose reputation precedes it, looming vampires at your bedside, cringe cringe cringe, video game style action posing, and a needle-drop baseball sequence to remember. They end by casting their votes on which is ultimately the better version: the book or the movie! Ink to Film Buy Stephenie Meyer's twilight or any of the other source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/Outro Music: "Black Fingerprint " composed and produced by "Dylan Owen" Music link: https://www.youtu.be/EpicDark YouTube: https://www.youtu.be/DylanOwen Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/dylanowen320 Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Stephenie Meyer exploded in popularity with her angsty, teenage-heartthrob, vampire romance novels. The book brought a lot of people joy, but also made a lot of other people furious. In episode 262, after the dust has settled, Luke & James read the novel for the first time and try to figure out how it came to be one of the most talked about books of all time, including the author's unexpected path to superstardom, the merits of "quality" prose, how the book borrows from horror, and whether they would choose to become sparkly vampires themselves. Join them next week for the film! Referenced: Lindsay Ellis "Dear Stephenie Meyer": https://youtu.be/8O06tMbIKh0 Ink to Film Buy Stephenie Meyer's twilight or any of the other source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/Outro Music used : "Black Fingerprint " composed and produced by "Dylan Owen" Music link: https://www.youtu.be/EpicDark YouTube: https://www.youtu.be/DylanOwen Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/dylanowen320 Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

How does Kimberly Peirce's 2013 adaptation of Stephen King's novel Carrie compare to its famous predecessor? Join Luke & James as they react to the most recent attempt to recapture the magic of De Palma's 70's film in this former Patreon-exclusive episode! Ink to Film Buy any of the source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

It's time to return to THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE, this time through Robert's Wise's 1963 adaptation of Shirley Jackson's landmark haunted house novel. How does this more faithful adaptation hold up to the modern viewer? Join us to find out! Ink to Film Buy any of the source books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Guillermo Del Toro's adaptation of Pinocchio makes smart changes to Carlo Collodi's classic tale, managing to modernize the story in the best ways while keeping true to the heart of what makes it timeless. In episode 261, Luke & James discuss the nature of the film's transformation, the authenticity of human art, intentionality in the of stop-motion, and when it's actually good not to obey your parents. They finish by voting on which was better: the book or the movie! Ink to Film Buy the Gris Grimly illustrated Pinocchio or any of the other source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/outro music: "Ghibli Waltz" by Ross Bugden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbOiqJJ5RxU Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

One of the most read books of all time, Carlo Collodi's classic has also been translated more than almost any book besides the Bible. In episode 260, Luke & James learn just how bad life can be for a lazy boy, marvel at the incredible illustrations by Gris Grimly, wonder how all marionettes know each other, follow the azure fairy through time, Meet a reincarnating cricket, and end on a sad note that definitely isn't meant to be sad. Join them next week for Guillermo Del Toro's adaptation! Ink to Film Buy the Gris Grimly illustrated Pinocchio or any of the other source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/outro music: "Ghibli Waltz" by Ross Bugden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbOiqJJ5RxU Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Akira Kurosawa was a legendary director of adaptations, with one of his most famous coming from author Ryūnosuke Akutagawa's short story "In a Grove." In episode 259, Luke & James get a history lesson in Japanese short fiction, try to untangle a web of lies and exaggerations, examine a World War II metaphor, debate which character is the actual worst, trust the words of a medium, and consider the legacy of one of the greatest films of all time. They finish by voting which was better: the short story or the movie! Ink to Film Purchase any of the other source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/outro music: "Shamisen Samurai Rock" by Moji https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hb8y3JTYtPE Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Return to the land of Fantasia with George T. Miller's adaptation of the 2nd half of Michael Ende's novel that Wolfgang Peterson left out of his original film. Did it do enough to justify its existence, or was this one better left alone? Join us for this former Patreon-exclusive episode! Ink to Film Buy any of the source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

M. Night Shyamalan uses Paul Tremblay's work THE CABIN AT THE END OF THE WORLD to tell his own version of a twisty home invasion-style horror, but how effective are the changes? In episode 258, join Luke & James for a SPOILER-FREE review to start the episode off, followed by a discussion that analyzes what worked and what didn't in this version of the story, Dave Bautista's version of Leonard, and how Luke really wanted to interact with the movie's final scene. They end by casting their votes on which was better, the book or the movie! SPOILERS BEGIN: 30:53 Ink to Film Buy The Cabin at the End of the World or any of the other source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/outro music: "Black Fingerprint" by Dylan Owen https://www.fiverr.com/share/Yo3E6p Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Postmodernism comes to the home-invasion Horror subgenre when Paul Tremblay has his way. In episode 257, join Luke & James for a SPOILER-FREE review to start the episode off, including a real-world connection to the author, before delving into the grasshopper theory and their thoughts on the three major dividing points Luke identifies for readers of this book. SPOILERS BEGIN: 22:18 Ink to Film Buy The Cabin at the End of the World or any of the other source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/outro music: "Black Fingerprint" by Dylan Owen https://www.fiverr.com/share/Yo3E6p Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail

Judy Garland's performance as Dorothy is the stuff of cinematic history, but it came at a cost as director Victor Fleming's treatment of her is also infamous. In episode 256, Luke & James delve into the unbelievable behind-the-scenes stories, a real-skin suit, the enduring hanging-man myth, and all the other lasting magic of this legendary adaptation of L. Frank Baum's original children's novel. Ink to Film Buy The Wonderful Wizard of Oz or any of the other source material books or guest novels at Ink to Film's bookshop: www.bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/outro music: "Ghibli Waltz" by Ross Bugden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbOiqJJ5RxU Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/luminousluke IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@LuminousLuke James Bailey Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jame_Bail