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The Batman 2 writer says Hollywood is "video game obsessed," and he's getting "5x more offers for video game adaptations than comic book adaptations"Screenwriter Mattson Tomlin states that Hollywood is shifting from a comic book obsession to a video game obsession, with him receiving five times more offers for video game adaptations than comic book ones. This trend is evidenced by numerous upcoming video game movies and shows, while comic book films are experiencing a downturn. Tomlin's own Mega Man adaptation may still see the light of day due to this industry shift.
Backrooms director says he treated the extended cut like one of his YouTube projects, and edited it on his laptop…Director Kane Parsons revealed that he edited the extended cut of the horror film Backrooms on his laptop, treating it like a YouTube project. The extended cut, titled 'Everything Must Go Edition,' adds 15 minutes of content and follows the film's significant box office success, earning over $330 million worldwide.
After Backrooms' success, Weapons director Zach Cregger is writing a horror movie based on internet urban legend…Director Zach Cregger, known for 'Weapons,' is writing a horror movie based on the internet urban legend Siren Head. Warner Bros. Pictures acquired the rights after a bidding war, with Brian Duffield set to direct. This follows the success of Cregger's 'Backrooms' and highlights a trend of adapting online legends into films.- AI Yi-Yi!A24 is defending its partnership with Google regarding AI technology, while OpenAI is previewing its next-generation model, GPT-5.6 Sol. Separately, The New York Times has criticized Microsoft for allegedly building a copyright-infringing supercomputer for OpenAI.
Stranger Things stars Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour to reunite as father and daughter in a new Netflix series…Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour, known for their roles in Stranger Things, are reuniting for a new thriller series on Netflix. The show, loosely based on Paul Warner's novel A Spy in the Blood, will feature Harbour as a disgraced FBI agent and Brown as his estranged daughter, an FBI agent who goes missing. Jack Thorne will serve as showrunner, with A24 producing the untitled project.- AI Yi-Yi!Google has invested in A24 to develop AI-powered filmmaking tools, signaling a new direction for the production company. Separately, the increasing use of AI tokens is predicted to significantly raise enterprise cloud computing costs.
- Death Stranding Movie Is A “Two-Hour Art Movie,” Kojima Says, Admitting It Might Not WorkHideo Kojima revealed that the upcoming Death Stranding movie adaptation, being developed by A24 and directed by Michael Sarnoski, will be a "two-hour art movie" rather than a direct retelling of the game's story. While Kojima admitted this approach might not be successful, Sarnoski confirmed it's his next project and aims to remain faithful to the game's spirit, even with new characters. No cast or release date has been announced.
- A24 takes on Google money help build AI toolsA24 is receiving $75 million in funding from Google to develop artificial intelligence tools specifically for movie production. This investment aims to enhance various aspects of the filmmaking process through AI.
Elden Ring, Death Stranding Movie Studio Gets $75 Million From Google For AI Research, Report SaysGoogle is reportedly investing $75 million into the movie studio A24 for AI-based research, with the aim of developing new tools for movie production. While A24 is producing films based on Elden Ring and Death Stranding, the investment is not expected to directly impact those projects. This move marks Google's first investment in a movie studio and comes amid growing concerns about AI's role in creative industries.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsA film adaptation of the video game Death Stranding is reportedly targeting a 2027 production start date, with Michael Sarnoski directing. The movie, which is being developed by A24, is said to feature Hugh Jackman in a role described as a 'murderous outlaw'.
Death Stranding movie director promises we're "not gonna see a lot of jaws getting ripped off" after his gory Robin Hood flick, as preparations for next year's filming continueDirector Michael Sarnoski has stated that the upcoming Death Stranding movie adaptation will honor the game's bleak post-apocalyptic setting but will feature less graphic violence than his previous film, The Death of Robin Hood. Filming is scheduled to begin next year in Iceland and Northern Ireland, with Sarnoski having recently submitted a second draft of the script. Additionally, an animated Death Stranding film is in development with Aaron Guzikowski for a 2027 release on Disney Plus.
The Death of Robin Hood stars say the film's hyperviolence and gore "made so much sense" when it came to telling a darker story about the legendary outlawThe cast of The Death of Robin Hood discusses the film's hyperviolence, stating it is essential for telling a darker story about the legendary outlaw. Actors Hugh Jackman, Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgard, and Murray Bartlett explain how the brutal depiction of 13th-century England and Robin Hood's life sets the stage for his journey towards salvation. The film, directed by Michael Sarnoski, is set to release on June 19.
Curry Barker says he has a "such a cool idea" for Obsession 2, but thinks people would be just as excited for…Director Curry Barker has a "cool idea" for a sequel to his horror hit Obsession but prefers to wait several years before making it. He is also considering an anthology series based on the film's world and has upcoming projects including a Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie for A24 and a film titled Anything But Ghosts.
Death Stranding movie won’t retell the game, director confirmsDirector Michael Sarnoski confirmed that the upcoming A24 film adaptation of Death Stranding will be an original story set within the game's universe, rather than a direct retelling. The movie will explore the series' core themes of connection and isolation with new characters and locations, while staying true to the established world. Hideo Kojima is involved in the development process, providing feedback on the script.
Don't expect the Death Stranding movie to retell the story of the games, as its director says the film will be set…Director Michael Sarnoski confirmed that the upcoming Death Stranding movie, currently in script development with A24, will not directly adapt the game's narrative. Instead, it will feature original characters and explore a different part of its world, though some game characters may appear. Sarnoski also mentioned that Alex Garland's Elden Ring movie adaptation is currently filming.
Backrooms director's dad returns to old Facebook post asking for career help for his son as the movie hits #1…The director of the hit film 'The Backrooms,' 20-year-old Kane Parsons, is experiencing significant success as his debut movie tops global box office charts. His father, Michael Parsons, a former Telltale Games employee, had previously sought career advice for his son on a Telltale alumni Facebook group when Kane was 15.
Death Stranding movie director Michael Sarnoski says we may see some characters from the games despite the adaptation being "very much its own thing"Director Michael Sarnoski is currently writing the script for the Death Stranding movie adaptation, which he describes as "very much its own thing" but may include characters from the games. Sarnoski praised Hideo Kojima's deep knowledge of cinema during their collaboration on the project, which is being developed by A24.
Sinopsis Backrooms, Teror Ruang Tak BerujungThe horror film Backrooms, adapted from a popular YouTube web series by creator Kane Parsons, has achieved a massive debut at the box office, grossing $81 million domestically and $118 million globally. This success marks the biggest opening for an original horror film in A24's history and makes Parsons the youngest director to have a number one film. The movie explores the concept of liminal spaces, with its plot following a man who discovers a mysterious portal to an endless series of rooms.
Death Stranding Movie’s Script Is “Almost Done,” Director SaysDirector Michael Sarnoski has stated that the script for the upcoming Death Stranding movie, produced by Hideo Kojima and A24, is "almost done." Sarnoski is writing the script and has received revisions from Kojima, aiming to capture the game's essence with new characters. While Norman Reedus is open to reprising his role, details on cast and release date are still pending.
A prequel to one of the best horror movies of all time has been written, but it doesn't seem like it will ever be…Director Ari Aster has revealed that he has written a prequel script for his 2018 horror film Hereditary, though he has not yet found the right time to produce it. Aster also discussed his dislike for the term 'elevated horror' and commented on the current renaissance in the horror genre, highlighting the work of emerging filmmakers like Kane Parson and Curry Barker.