The Ring Book Has a Disgusting Secret (1991 Novel)
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Author Koji Suzuki’s novel RING sparked a resurgence of horror in Japan and launched a franchise that would shock the world, but what disturbing details from his original story didn’t make it to the screen? In episode 354, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they try to make sense of Asakawa and Ryūji’s characterization, encounter Sadako Yamamura for the first time, try to resist the urge to watch cursed media (fail), and wonder if they’ll be next to fall prey to the viral horror. Join them next week when they watch “The Ring” (2002) and relive iconic millennial horror from...
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Murderbot (S01 E6-10) | A More Comedic Tone
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As Paul and Chris Weitz’s adaptation rounds out its first season the emphasis on comedy is clear, but how does that compare to the tone of the books by Martha Wells that it’s based on? In episode 353, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they debate the show’s faithfulness, unpack the comedic shift, lobby for slightly longer episodes, and theorize on what might lie ahead in the recently confirmed season 2! ANNOUNCEMENT: Ink to Film is attending WorldCon 2025 in Seattle where they will be interviewing Martha Wells in their first ever live show! Join them on 8/15 @ 4:30PM. More...
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ANNOUNCEMENT: Ink to Film LIVE SHOW w/ Martha Wells @ Worldcon 2025!
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Ink to Film is excited to announce they will be recording their first live episode in front of an audience at Seattle Worldcon 2025! Author Martha Wells joins the Ink to Film podcast to reflect on having her work adapted by Apple TV. From Murderbot’s origins to seeing Alexander Skarsgård portray it on the silver screen, come get the inside scoop on the adaptation journey. Friday 8/15 4:30-5:30 PM in the Terrace Suite (4F). Luke Elliott’s Schedule of Appearances Wed 8/13 @ 7:30 PM: Lord of the Rings as a Horror Story Thu 8/14 @ 12:00 PM: The Art of Adaptation Thu 8/14 @...
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Murderbot (S01 E1-5) | Humans Are the Worst
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Paul and Chris Weitz’s Apple TV adaptation of Martha Wells’ series “The Murderbot Diaries” sets itself apart from the books from the beginning through shifts in tone, character, and more, but how well are the changes working? In episode 352, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they react to Alexander Skarsgård’s performance as everyone’s favorite SecUnit, learn to love the goofballs humans Murderbot is trying to protect, unpack the changes that push the show into more of a true comedy than the books, and theorize on what’s to come in the second half of the season. Also, they...
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All Systems Red (2017 Novella) | Why Nerds (Like Us) Love Murderbot
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Martha Wells’s career shifted into a whole new gear with the launch of her series “The Murderbot Diaries” which was a surprising success out of the gate. In episode 351, join Luke Elliott and James Bailey as they begin their journey with one of Sci-Fi’s newest beloved characters, explore the origins of the iconic bot, unpack neurodivergence coding, talk nonbinary representation, and avoid eye contact as much as possible. Join them next week for the first five episodes of the TV show on Apple! How Martha Wells Wrote Murderbot: Pickup or any of the novels they’ve covered at the Ink...
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Adaptation Hall of Fame | 2025 Class & 350th Episode Celebration
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It’s Ink to Film’s 350th episode, so join Luke & James as they induct the 2nd ever class into their prestigious "Adaptation Hall of Fame.” These films will be forever considered true exemplars for all other filmmakers to aspire to when adapting the written word onto the screen. The nominees are: “Blade Runner,” “Jaws,” “Children of Men,” “The Silence of the Lambs,” “Arrival,” and “The Shining.” Six amazing films, but only three can make the cut! Episode Breakdown: Intro Presenting the Contenders Awarding Scores Final Deliberations Announcing the 2025...
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Shrek (2001 Film vs 1990 Book) | Body Positivity King
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The path to bringing the iconic ogre to the screen was fraught with difficulties, but in the end Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson were able to capture something special from the book SHREK! By William Steig. In episode 349, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they relive a childhood classic, embrace true body positivity, explore the lost version of the movie starring Chris Farley, ask how effectively the movie conveys its themes, and finally cast their votes on which is ultimately the better version: the book or the movie? Pickup by William Steig at the Ink to Film Bookshop! ...
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Filmmaking Clues That Hint at Divine Will | Conclave (2024 Film)
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Did director Edward Berger hide clues about God’s will through his filmmaking choices? In episode 348, Join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they consider symbols beyond just the turtles, compare what works better about the characters in the film, discuss their own religious backgrounds, debate a change made to a pivotal speech, and finally cast their own votes on which one’s better: the book or the movie! Pickup by Robert Harris at the Ink to Film Bookshop! Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Ink...
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The Secret Lives of Messy Cardinals | Conclave (2016 Novel)
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What was it about this novel by Robert Harris that made it so ripe for an award-winning adaptation? In episode 347, join writer Luke Elliott and filmmaker James Bailey as they wade into a papal political thriller about the flawed men who are vying for the office, recount their own spiritual deconstructions, reflect on growing up as Christians, discover an unfortunate Roman Polanski connection with the author, and react to a surprising twist they didn’t see coming. Join them next week for their deep dive into the film by Edward Berger! Pickup by Robert Harris at the Ink to...
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Edward Ashton Reflects on “Mickey 17” (2025) | Creative Conversations
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Author Edward Ashton (MICKEY7, ANTIMATTER BLUES) joins the show to reflect on having his work adapted by director Bong Joon-Ho into the 2025 film “Mickey 17.” In episode 346, Luke Elliott & James Bailey add to their “Creative Conversations” series where they discuss adaptations previously covered with someone directly involved in their creation. Topics include the origins of the Mickey7, why Ed would never use a teleporter, how his cancer research and scientific background influences his writing, the one thing Bong Joon-Ho told him to take from the set, his interpretation of...
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