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Ink to Film

Luke Elliott & James Bailey

Are you the sort of person who likes to read the book before you see the movie? So are Luke and James—a writer and filmmaker respectively who bring their backgrounds studying stories to the table for in-depth discussions of the adaptations of the past and present. If you love delving into the craft behind the art you love, then Ink to Film is for you.

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01:13:22

“Showing Promise… And Unexpected Gore?” ITF Watch:...

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2023/09/28

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

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59:29

“I Don’t Want It!” ITF Read: The Great Hunt (1990...

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2023/09/21

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

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01:07:14

“Fear of the Next Generation” ITF Read & Watch:...

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2023/09/14

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

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01:08:17

“Medicine for a Sick Society” ITF Watch:...

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2023/09/07

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!

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01:03:53

“Having Fun in This Awful Place” ITF Read:...

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2023/09/01

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

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01:14:37

“Let Nemo Cook” ITF Watch: 20,000 Leagues Under the...

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2023/08/24

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

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01:19:06

“Science Shrinks the World” ITF Read: Twenty Thousand...

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2023/08/17

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

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59:55

“Empowering Humans” ITF Watch: Good Omens 2 (2023 TV...

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2023/08/10

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

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56:14

“Our Angel and Demon” ITF Watch: Good Omens 2 (2023...

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2023/08/03

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

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01:39:06

“Hard Decisions” ITF Watch: The Road (2009 film) ft....

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2023/07/27

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

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36:35

From the Vault: Clueless (1995 film)

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2023/07/20

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

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01:18:26

“Not Without Hope” ITF Read: The Road (2006 novel)

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2023/07/13

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

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01:30:49

“Revealing Truths vs Keeping Secrets” ITF Read &...

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2023/07/06

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,

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38:53

From the Vault: The Egg (2009 short story & 2019 video)

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2023/06/29

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

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01:24:51

“Lords and Ladies in Their Castles” ITF Watch: Big...

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2023/06/22

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

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01:01:06

“Mystery Readers Want to Play Along” ITF Read: Big...

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2023/06/15

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,

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01:15:40

“Vulcan Sleep Grip” ITF Watch: The Lathe of Heaven...

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2023/06/08

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:

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01:19:03

“Ursula K. Le Guin Dreams Books Into Reality” ITF...

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2023/06/01

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

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01:18:35

“A Masterpiece of an Adaptation” ITF Watch: The...

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2023/05/25

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

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01:08:10

“Red is Watson to Andy’s Sherlock” ITF Read: Rita...

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2023/05/18

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

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