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Do you like to read the book before you see the movie? Or do you prefer to hunt down the source material after you fall in love with a film/tv show? If you answered yes to either, you’re like Luke and James--a writer and filmmaker respectively who use their backgrounds studying stories for in-depth discussions of adaptations past and present. If you like delving into the craft behind the art you love, then Ink to Film is for you. It’s a book and movie club all in one, focused on the art of storytelling.
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The Secret Lives of Messy Cardinals | Conclave (2016 Novel)
05/30/2025
The Secret Lives of Messy Cardinals | Conclave (2016 Novel)
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 Film Bookshop! Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Ink to Film's , , , (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Website: IG: Threads: Bluesky: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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Edward Ashton Reflects on “Mickey 17” (2025) | Creative Conversations
05/15/2025
Edward Ashton Reflects on “Mickey 17” (2025) | Creative Conversations
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 Mickey’s final vision in the film, and which books of his he could see being adapted in the future. Pickup by Edward Ashton 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 to Film's , , , (@inktofilm) Home Base: Edward Ashton Website: Facebook: Twitter: Bluesky: Luke Elliott Website: IG: Threads: Bluesky: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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The Wheel of Time (S03 E6-8) | Just Renew It Already
05/08/2025
The Wheel of Time (S03 E6-8) | Just Renew It Already
Rafe Judkins' delivers the best season of his adaptation to date, but how does it stack up to the novels it's depicting? In episode 345, join writer Luke Elliott and filmmaker James Bailey as they finish THE SHADOW RISING at the same time they finish the last 3 episodes of this season, get creepy with Moghedien, traverse the Hills of Tanchico, defend the Two Rivers with Perrin Goldeneyes, mourn some surprising character deaths, and get Jellicle with an Aelfinn! They finish their coverage by answering the question: which was ultimately better, the book or the show? Season 3 episodes covered: 6 The Shadow in the Night 7 Goldeneyes 8 He Who Comes With the Dawn Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get The Dragon Reborn, The Shadow Rising, or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Intro Music: “The Chosen” by Sirius Beat Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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From the Vault: The Fall of the House of Usher (1960 Film)
05/02/2025
From the Vault: The Fall of the House of Usher (1960 Film)
The first in the series of director Roger Corman’s Edgar Allen Poe films sets a high bar for gothic horror adaptations. It stars the legendary Vincent Price as Roderick Usher, with a screenplay penned by Richard Matheson. The story is more faithful to the source material than Mike Flanagan’s version, but there are still some significant changes. It’s time for a classic in this former Patreon-exclusive! Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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The Wheel of Time (S03 E1-5) | Better Than The Rings of Power
04/24/2025
The Wheel of Time (S03 E1-5) | Better Than The Rings of Power
Rafe Judkins' adaptation returns with style for a third season tackling a pair of huge novels at once through condensed and remixed storylines—but how well is it working? In episode 344, join writer Luke Elliott and filmmaker James Bailey as they break down one of the most ambitious adaptations being attempted on tv right now, pick cast favorites, react to the possible Elayne & Aviendha ship, and compare WOT so far to Amazon’s other high price-tag fantasy offering: The Rings of Power. Join them next week as they finish out both the show and THE SHADOW RISING then vote on which one is ultimately better, book or show. Season 3 episodes covered: 1 To Race the Shadow 2 A Question of Crimson 3 Seeds of Shadow 4 The Road to the Spear 5 Tel’aran’rhiod Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Music by: Sirius Beat - The Chosen Link: • Epic Fantasy Music | Free To Use | "T... Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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The Shadow Rising (1992 Novel) part one | Peak Wheel of Time?
04/17/2025
The Shadow Rising (1992 Novel) part one | Peak Wheel of Time?
Book 4 of the Wheel of Time series features some of the series most memorable scenes, but how will they hold up to adaptation? In episode 343, join Luke Elliott and James Bailey as they discuss a little over the first half of this gargantuan novel, learn about the ominous future of the White Tower, return to the Two Rivers with Perrin Aybara, find out how to fully enter the world of dreams, and travel into the Aiel Waste and Rhuidean for some of WOT’s most iconic sequences. Join them next week as they dive into season 3 of Rafe Judkins’ TV adaptation and find out how it’s all shaping up! Chapters covered: 1-34 Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Music by: Sirius Beat - The Chosen Link: • Epic Fantasy Music | Free To Use | "T... Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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The Dragon Reborn (1991 Novel) | Why Skip It?
04/10/2025
The Dragon Reborn (1991 Novel) | Why Skip It?
Showrunner Rafe Judkins confirmed that season 3 of the Wheel of Time show will be focused on book 4 of the series, but why? In episode 342, join Luke Elliott and James Bailey as they review the entirety of book 3 and lay out what happens so they can keep an eye out for what they include in the show, what is lost, and how it might change things in the series going forward. Stay tuned for more as they tackle The Shadow Rising and season 3 of the show in coming weeks! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Music by: Sirius Beat - The Chosen Link: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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From the Vault: The Haunting (1999 Film)
04/04/2025
From the Vault: The Haunting (1999 Film)
Jan de Bont’s adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s novel bears little resemblance to the source material, much less the 1963 Robert Wise film, but with all the talent that worked on the movie it should have still been a success. Stephen King and Steven Spielberg both pitched in, but for whatever reason they couldn’t save the movie from critical disappointment. Stars Catherine Zeta Jones, Owen Wilson, Liam Neeson, and Lili Taylor are all there, too, but can they elevate the movie above cheap thrills? Enjoy this former Patreon-exclusive episode! Episode Links Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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The Monkey (2025 film) | Everyone Dies, Let's Dance ft. Laura of Why the Book Wins
03/28/2025
The Monkey (2025 film) | Everyone Dies, Let's Dance ft. Laura of Why the Book Wins
Osgood Perkins delivers a Stephen King adaptation to remember with his take on “The Monkey” from the SKELETON CREW collection, but how does it stack up to the numerous other King adaptations being produced by Hollywood in recent years? In episode 341, Laura from the “Why the Book Wins” youtube channel joins Luke Elliott & James Bailey to debate Stephen King films, find humor in the ubiquity of death, rate their favorite scenes from the film, discuss what was changed from story to screen, and finally each cast their votes on which was better: the short story or the movie! Why the Book Wins YouTube Instagram Episode Links Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG: Intro Music: "Something Wicked" by Ross Bugden
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Mickey 17 (2025 Film) | Book vs Movie Debate
03/20/2025
Mickey 17 (2025 Film) | Book vs Movie Debate
Bong Joon-Ho’s adaptation of Edward Ashton’s Mickey7 provides a colorful and hilarious look at a dystopian future, but how does the sharper social commentary stack up to the novel’s more philosophical themes? In episode 340, Join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they react to Mark Ruffalo’s on-the-nose performance, get lost in the sauce with Toni Collette, get into the garbage cycler with a little goblin performance from Robert Pattinson, and finally cast their votes on which was better: the book or the movie! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get Mickey7 or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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Mickey7 (2022 Novel) | A Working Class Hero
03/13/2025
Mickey7 (2022 Novel) | A Working Class Hero
Edward Ashton’s expendable protagonist makes for a blue-collar hero for our times—someone who doesn’t think too hard, ask too many questions, and most importantly, whose life doesn’t matter… or does it? In episode 339, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they revisit some SF classics like the "Ship of Theseus," the "Teleporter Paradox," and a spicy new entry in a long running segment "would you do it?" Come back next week for their reaction to Mickey 17 by Bong Joon-Ho and their votes on which was better: the book or the movie! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get Mickey7 or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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Mickey7 (2022 Novel) | A Working Class Hero
03/13/2025
Mickey7 (2022 Novel) | A Working Class Hero
Edward Ashton’s expendable protagonist makes for a blue-collar hero for our times—someone who doesn’t think too hard, ask too many questions, and most importantly, whose life doesn’t matter… or does it? In episode 339, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they revisit some SF classics like the "Ship of Theseus," the "Teleporter Paradox," and a spicy new entry in a long running segment "would you do it?" Come back next week for their reaction to Mickey 17 by Bong Joon-Ho and their votes on which was better: the book or the movie! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get Mickey7 or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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The Iron Giant (1968 Novel vs 1999 Film) | A Gun with a Soul
03/06/2025
The Iron Giant (1968 Novel vs 1999 Film) | A Gun with a Soul
The backstory behind Ted Hughes’s original book THE IRON MAN is a tragic one, and the subsequent film by Brad Bird has a heartbreaking story all its own. In episode 338, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they discover an unexpected connection to Sylvia Plath, try to wrap their heads around a "Space-Bat-Angel-Dragon," defend animation’s reputation as a medium, explore questions of consciousness around artificial beings, and finally cast their votes on which one is ultimately best: the book or the movie? Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG: Music: “Last Dawn” by Ross Bugden
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10 Things I Hate About You (1999 Film) | It Shouldn’t Work
02/27/2025
10 Things I Hate About You (1999 Film) | It Shouldn’t Work
With his directorial debut, Gil Junger delivered an iconic romantic teen comedy with his adaptation of the controversial Shakespeare classic, “The Taming of the Shrew” that probably shouldn't have worked. In episode 337, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they react to the moment that audiences fell in love with Heath Ledger, explain the Julia Style poem’s connection to the Kendrick/Drake feud, appreciate the screenwriting skill on display, talk about the Clueless inspiration, and finally cast their votes on which is ultimately better: the book or the play? Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content (including the 1922 Nosferatu), merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects: Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Bluesky: IG: Music: Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Craymer, AIIVAWN:
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The Taming of the Shrew (1592 Play) | Shakespeare’s Worst Comedy
02/20/2025
The Taming of the Shrew (1592 Play) | Shakespeare’s Worst Comedy
Shakespeare’s works are renowned around the world as some of the best ever written, so how should we feel about what just might be his worst play? In episode 336, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they try to find hidden meanings in the array of identity-swapping games being played by the characters, analyze a framing device that seems to go nowhere, unite in their hatred of the terrible Petruchio, and prepare for the modern retelling to come with “10 Things I Hate About You.” Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content (including the 1922 Nosferatu), merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects: Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Twitter: IG: Music: Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Craymer, AIIVAWN:
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Nosferatu (2024 Film) | A Romance With Death
02/13/2025
Nosferatu (2024 Film) | A Romance With Death
Robert Eggers brings questions of coercion and consent to the fore as he takes on legends of both literature and film with his stealth adaptation of Dracula via the influential German silent film from the 1920s, Nosferatu. In episode 335, join Luke Elliott and James Bailey as they try their Count Orlok impressions out, get surreal in Transylvania, and praise a stellar cast for their memorable performances, including from Lily-Rose Depp, Willem Dafoe, Bill Skarsgård, and Nicholas Hoult. They finish by casting their votes on whether the new film is better than the old, and how well it works as an adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic novel! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content (including the 1922 Nosferatu), merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects: Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: References Nosferatu & the Gothic Appetite Comparing Every Version of Nosferatu Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Twitter: IG: Music: “The Razing of Heaven” by Joseph Earwicker
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Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992 Film) | A Vampire God
02/06/2025
Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992 Film) | A Vampire God
Francis Ford Coppola’s influential adaptation of this Gothic masterpiece set the standard for vampire films to follow. In episode 334, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they react to a new spicier version of the vampire count, stab a cross and drink its blood, let things flop out, romance the wolf-man, and cross oceans of time for a set of high-fashion red armor. Then they finish out the episode by casting their votes for which one's better: the book or the movie? And join them next week for their Dracula finale with Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content (including the 1922 Nosferatu), merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects: Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Twitter: IG: Music: “The Razing of Heaven” by Joeseph Earwicker
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Dracula (1897 Novel) | An Impossible Reflection
01/30/2025
Dracula (1897 Novel) | An Impossible Reflection
Welcome to season 9! We kick things off with a seminal novel for Horror fiction, Bram Stoker’s masterpiece, DRACULA. In episode 333, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they immerse themselves in the language of the era, learn all about Bram Stoker’s relationship to Henry Irving, follow the modern epistolary format with surprise, and get a little bummed about Dracula’s relatively easy demise. Join them next week for Francis Ford Coppola’s adaptation, followed by Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Twitter: IG: Music: “The Razing of Heaven” by Joeseph Earwicker
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Last Looks 2024
01/01/2025
Last Looks 2024
Season 8 of Ink to Film comes to an end with a retrospective on the year that was 2024. In episode 332, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they reflect on the ups and downs of an emotionally taxing year, try to compare masterful adaptations to one another across eras, recap the conventions they attended, appraise how the podcast is doing statistically, and look to the challenges ahead in 2025. Thank you to everyone who listened to Ink to Film this year! Categories Biggest Surprise Worst Read Best Read Worst Watch Best Watch (A.K.A. Best Adaptation) Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Twitter: IG:
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Scrooged (1988 Film) | Better Than "A Christmas Carol?"
12/19/2024
Scrooged (1988 Film) | Better Than "A Christmas Carol?"
Richard Donner’s dark comedic take on Charles Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” is an over-the-top nostalgic ride, but is it the best version of this holiday classic? In episode 331, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they get visited by three strange ghosts, react to Bill Murray hamming it up, debate whether Frank Cross is worth redeeming, question Claire’s taste in men, and finally cast their vote on which was better: the book or the movie? Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's , , (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey BlueSky IG: Music: Intro music, One lone night for Christmas with a Snow Wonders by myuu (Royalty Free Music)
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A Christmas Carol (1843 Novella) | Is Generosity Enough?
12/13/2024
A Christmas Carol (1843 Novella) | Is Generosity Enough?
Charles Dickens is arguably the most celebrated author of the Victorian period, but is his reputation deserved? How about Ebenezer Scrooge—should we grant forgiveness to greedy CEOs if they show enough generosity? In episode 330, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they chat about Luke’s experience at Dragonsteel Nexus 2024, what people mean by “Dickensian,” and how effective Dickens was at showing the living conditions of the lower classes. Join them next week when they discuss “Scrooged” (1988) directed by Richard Donner! Dragonsteel Nexus recap: 58:38 Full Video version available on YouTube Purchase Bookish Merch from The Marauder’s Market: Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's , , (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey BlueSky IG: Music: Intro music, One lone night for Christmas with a Snow Wonders by myuu (Royalty Free Music)
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From the Vault: Super Mario Bros. (1993 film)
12/05/2024
From the Vault: Super Mario Bros. (1993 film)
In this former Patreon-exclusive Luke and James explore a time before video game adaptations were the hot, billion-dollar franchises we see today. With this film a married couple of directors tried to bring Nintendo iconic plumbers to life with an infamous bob-omb at the box office. Come along as Luke and James relive a bizarre moment in film history, discuss the 30 mins added by an unlicensed "Morton Jankel" extended cut, and try to make sense of some truly hilarious filmmaking decisions. Vote on Quarterly Polls! Get any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop , , , (@inktofilm) Home Base Luke Elliott Website: IG: Threads: Bluesky: James Bailey Bluesky: IG:
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Shutter Island (2010 Film) | The Violence of Truth
11/22/2024
Shutter Island (2010 Film) | The Violence of Truth
Legendary director Martin Scorsese’s psychological thriller continues to shock and enthrall audiences to this day, but does it work well as an adaptation of Dennis Lehane’s novel? In episode 329, join writer Luke Elliott & filmmaker James Bailey as they geek out about film preservation, try to untangle metaphors around fire and water, appreciate an all-star cast, examine how the US deals with violent offenders, debate how twists in film can be done right, and finally cast their votes on which is better: the book or the movie? Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's , , (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey BlueSky IG: Music: Ross Bugden “No Winners”
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Shutter Island (2003 Novel) | Investigating the Mystery of Your Own Mind
11/14/2024
Shutter Island (2003 Novel) | Investigating the Mystery of Your Own Mind
Author Dennis Lehane is well known for the high-profile adaptations of his work, but none more than his book SHUTTER ISLAND which went on to be adapted by the legendary Martin Scorsese—but how does the novel hold up on its own? In episode 328, join writer Luke Elliott & filmmaker James Bailey as they revel in gothic vibes, learn about a surprising connection to “The Wire,” learn not to trust a man because of his incongruous hands, encounter a strange woman in a cave, and finally have the rug pulled out from under them in a twist for the ages. Join them next week when they cover the film starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Emily Mortimer, and Mark Ruffalo! Book review begins: 13:30 Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's , , (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey BlueSky IG: Music: Ross Bugden “No Winners”
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They Live (1963 Short Story & 1988 Film) | Seeing the Subliminal
11/08/2024
They Live (1963 Short Story & 1988 Film) | Seeing the Subliminal
Did you know John Carpenter’s classic “They Live” was based on a short story called “Eight O’Clock in the Morning” by Ray Nelson? How do they compare? In episode 327, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they put on their special glasses and see through the lies, learn about the origins of the propellor beanie, have a five-minute brawl with a familiar face, tack “Nada” back to a comic adaptation, and worry about just how relevant it all seems today. They finish out by casting their votes on which one’s better: the short story or the movie! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Twitter: IG: Music: Ross Bugden “Shoot on Sight”
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Uzumaki (2024 Anime) | The Nightmare Scenario
10/31/2024
Uzumaki (2024 Anime) | The Nightmare Scenario
Was this adaptation of Junji Ito’s masterpiece cursed by the spiral? In episode 326, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they try to make sense of what happened, heap praise on a promising first episode, commiserate over a steep decline in quality, and try to put the whole thing into context in an industry where animators are overworked and underpaid. They finish by casting their votes on which was better: the manga or the anime! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Twitter: IG: Credits Music: Power Music Factory Channel Url: / powermusicfactory
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Uzumaki (1998 Manga) | The Appeal of Extreme Horror
10/24/2024
Uzumaki (1998 Manga) | The Appeal of Extreme Horror
Junji Ito is renowned for being a master of modern horror, and there’s no better example of why than his magnum opus, "Uzumaki." In episode 325, Join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they discuss what compels them to seek out upsetting, disgusting, and unnerving horror, what the band Tool has to do with spirals, the unique strengths of comics in horror, who influenced Ito more than anyone, his background as a dental technician, and what they hope to see from the anime adaptation on Cartoon Network that they’ll cover next week! Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: References How Media Scares Us: The Work of Junji Ito: How a dental technician became the master of modern horror: Junji Ito Reacts to YOUR Cats | React: Luke Elliott Recent publications: “Your Black Apron Meal Kit Has Arrived” in the Even Cozier Cosmic anthology “Beyond Heaven” in the Beyond the Vanishing Point anthology: Website: Social Media Accounts: James Bailey Twitter: IG: Credits Song: Music: Power Music Factory Channel Url:
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From the Vault: Pinocchio (1940 Film)
10/18/2024
From the Vault: Pinocchio (1940 Film)
After covering both the book and the new Guillermo del Toro version, Luke & James tackle the original Disney adaptation of the classic novel. But how does the original groundbreaking animation hold up today? Join them for this former Patreon-exclusive episode filled with childhood nostalgia and legendary music as they ultimately answer the question: what’s the best version of Pinocchio? Vote on Quarterly Polls! Get any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop , , , (@inktofilm) Home Base Luke Elliott Website: Twitter: IG: Threads: Bluesky: James Bailey Twitter: IG:
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Ted Chiang Reflects on “Arrival” (2016) | Creative Conversations
10/03/2024
Ted Chiang Reflects on “Arrival” (2016) | Creative Conversations
Author Ted Chiang (EXHALATION, STORIES OF YOUR LIFE AND OTHERS) joins the show to reflect on having his work adapted by director Denis Villeneuve into the 2016 film “Arrival.” In episode 324, Luke Elliott & James Bailey add to their “Creative Conversations” series where they discuss adaptations previously covered on Ink to Film with someone directly involved in their creation. Topics include the origins of the “Story of Your Life,” why determinism is essential for the existence of free will, the narrative convenience of having a fate you can change, how screenwriter Eric Heisserer managed to adapt a story thought to be unfilmable, Ted’s visit to the set, and who might be a good fit for a future Ted Chiang adaptation. Pickup and by Ted Chiang 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 to Film's , , , (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Website: Twitter: IG: Threads: Bluesky: James Bailey Twitter: IG:
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It’s Called a "Lance"… Hello! | A Knight’s Tale (2001 Film)
09/20/2024
It’s Called a "Lance"… Hello! | A Knight’s Tale (2001 Film)
Director Brian Helgeland explores Chaucer’s “The Canterbury Tales” in an unconventional adaptation that might have been ahead of its time. In episode 323, join Luke & James as they react to an iconic needle drop, speculate about what it would be like to work in sound design, take a crash course in the life of Geoffry Chaucer, get typecast as villains, and mourn Heath Ledger’s career that could have been if it hadn't been cut tragically short. Full Video version available on YouTube Support the show on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! Get or any of the source novels at the Ink to Film Bookshop: Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: Luke Elliott Website: Twitter: IG: Threads: Bluesky: James Bailey Twitter: IG: Credits Song: We will rock you (Instrumental) Video: Download:
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