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09-13-2003, 05:45 AM
After the recent adaptations to the big screen of epic novels including the Lord of the Rings (JRR Tolkien) , Harry Potter (JK Rowlings) and the upcoming Master and Commander (P O'brian), the film industry seems to be delving into authors stockpiles of novels for ideas for their next film release.
Due to the success of these films, and the almost unending supply of novellia supplied by countless authors, book to screen adaptations may be the way of the future in 'Big Screen Entertainment'.
The question will be, are people going to become disillusioned with the cinemas, as editers and screenwriters adapt their favorite novels into a completely different interpretation of how the reader believes the novel should be portrayed.
One example of this are those people who refused to see the Lord of the Rings due to the way that large chunks of the novel were cut from the filming process.
When asked about this, producers reminded the public that the film was the directors interpretation of the novel, and as such the film rather should have been called Peter Jacksons Lord of the Rings.
I'm not saying that the adaptation of novels is in any way a bad thing, but will the movie industry continue to produce these great and epic films if readers are complaining?
The most effective medium for a series of novels to be portrayed would be on Television, where chapters of the novel could be shown on a weekly or daily basis. However, due to the low funding and time constraints on Television filming, the Big Screen would provide a more special effects and story driven plot for any novel.
Major series of Novels, which are well acclaimed, such as the Lord of the Rings (Sorry for basing the argument around this series for those who haven't read it, but it best illustrates my point), have so far proven increadibly pleasing to audiences around the world, and the income generated by their release has reflected this, but will producers, editors or screenwriters continue their exploration of the series for the benefit of the audience, their own pleasure, or for the money.
Sadly, many directors in this age of cinema, neglect the more refined side of the story, in which human emotions are analysed and portrayed by great actors, and prefer to concentrate their spending on special effects. In Star Wars 1, 2, and more than likely 3, the acting was given less than even a glimpse throughout the story (which was also almost non existent) and, although full credit should go to the guys in the spec effects department, Lucas should be very disappointed with his efforts in producing, and helping to direct such a unpleasing film.
Anyone who has reached this point of my monologue, I apologise for sending you to sleep, but I though it necessary to have my thoughts heard for your mental digestion.
Thanks for reading and have a nice one!
Sam
Due to the success of these films, and the almost unending supply of novellia supplied by countless authors, book to screen adaptations may be the way of the future in 'Big Screen Entertainment'.
The question will be, are people going to become disillusioned with the cinemas, as editers and screenwriters adapt their favorite novels into a completely different interpretation of how the reader believes the novel should be portrayed.
One example of this are those people who refused to see the Lord of the Rings due to the way that large chunks of the novel were cut from the filming process.
When asked about this, producers reminded the public that the film was the directors interpretation of the novel, and as such the film rather should have been called Peter Jacksons Lord of the Rings.
I'm not saying that the adaptation of novels is in any way a bad thing, but will the movie industry continue to produce these great and epic films if readers are complaining?
The most effective medium for a series of novels to be portrayed would be on Television, where chapters of the novel could be shown on a weekly or daily basis. However, due to the low funding and time constraints on Television filming, the Big Screen would provide a more special effects and story driven plot for any novel.
Major series of Novels, which are well acclaimed, such as the Lord of the Rings (Sorry for basing the argument around this series for those who haven't read it, but it best illustrates my point), have so far proven increadibly pleasing to audiences around the world, and the income generated by their release has reflected this, but will producers, editors or screenwriters continue their exploration of the series for the benefit of the audience, their own pleasure, or for the money.
Sadly, many directors in this age of cinema, neglect the more refined side of the story, in which human emotions are analysed and portrayed by great actors, and prefer to concentrate their spending on special effects. In Star Wars 1, 2, and more than likely 3, the acting was given less than even a glimpse throughout the story (which was also almost non existent) and, although full credit should go to the guys in the spec effects department, Lucas should be very disappointed with his efforts in producing, and helping to direct such a unpleasing film.
Anyone who has reached this point of my monologue, I apologise for sending you to sleep, but I though it necessary to have my thoughts heard for your mental digestion.
Thanks for reading and have a nice one!
Sam