"The Walking Dead" to be adapted for TV! - Page 19

Justin · 11-13-2012, 12:39 PM

Look, I haven't read the comics, but the show is pretty goofy most of the time. It's a guilty pleasure at best because of the poor writing. From what I can tell, MC has it right on the money. Michonne is one of the most boring characters on the show. Walking around, being suspicious, and acting badass doesn't exactly build much of a character. She doesn't really have anywhere to go, same with Andrea. Also, Andrea can not possibly be this naïve. Don't get me wrong, it's still an extremely enjoyable show, but c'mon...let's be honest.

MasterChief117 · 11-13-2012, 01:49 PM

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I just like the fact its based on the comics, but they are willing to change things up, and the fact the creator of the comics is so involved with it being a different take on things, I'm not going to complain.

99% of the time when i see a movie based on a book/comic I enjoy the book more (like most people) . There are various adaptions that do bug more me a bit more then they should. Often times it just because the quality of the product is also bad in addition to the material being used poorly.

Enjoying the book more, doesn't meant I cant enjoy the movie/show though. If I find the movie to still be a good attempt at capturing the idea of the book. I don't mind changes that much. "Did I find the movie entertaining?" and "was the core concept captured" is what matters to me.

Beyond that I don't care much. TV/comics/books are all so different I dont hold on to some requirement they all must be so similar.

there are key moments in a book/comic that Stand out to me, and when the movie/tv show is different I'll always be a little sad, but I just dont let it bog me down. Seeing a favorite character act differently, or not get their best lines of books/comic will always set off a nerve on some level, which I do understand.

Unfortunately, Robert Kirkman is really not the writer he once was. The Walking Dead (comic canon) has completely went too far and is a total mess. Not to mention, multiple fanboys of his has said that he has become an egotistical prick.

Simply put, had we gotten just the TV show maybe I would see it differently. However, we got an incredible series built with a foundation surrounding around a character wealthy group full of interesting dynamics. The show has abandoned that to surround around a scene or a moment from the comic, rather than tell the story around these people. It is a huge mess.

Not to mention, no Tyrese.

MasterChief117 · 11-13-2012, 01:53 PM

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All of the above. Seriously, we don't want to be "those people", but it's true. You deserve a better The Walking Dead. The show is decent, but the book is off-the-charts.

I hate being that person but ultimately it is the truth. It just kills me to see people saying how good the show is, and yet have never read the comics. They're missing out. I felt like the comics dodged horror movie cliches and really made it a drama about people in a zombie apocalypse, rather than a zombie show with drama added in. Meh.

IanTheCool · 11-13-2012, 05:49 PM

Masterchief, adaptations can sometimes be tough to handle. Do the changes actually decrease the quality, or is it a fan's bias? I completely understand as I went through the same thing this season with Game of Thrones.

carnage4u · 11-13-2012, 09:06 PM

So the comic is great, but when I mention the creator is ok with the show, its because the creator has turned into a hack now?

Tyrese is an amazing character in the comic that is not in the show. Ianthecool - Just like game of thrones the show, it may be enjoyable, but it isn't as good as books. it doesn't make the show any less good, but it cannot be as good as the source material.

Its just that simple, but some people just too get worked up over it.

Justin · 11-13-2012, 09:12 PM

I think the case might be similar to Game of Thrones. GRRM is perfectly okay with how the show is progressing--it's just the fans who take issue with it (like myself, quite frankly). Some people find it problematic when they've made changes that either seemed pointless, or that will inevitably hurt the translated material in some way, whether it be from a plot standpoint, or an emotional one. In my opinion, it robs the material of its own power.

No one is getting worked up, they're just expressing themselves. People here have a right to critique the material just as much as you do in defending it. That's how a message board works. Obviously people are still watching it, so there must be SOMETHING enjoyable about the show. I make fun of it all the time, but it's still an entertaining show to watch every week.

MasterChief117 · 11-13-2012, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by carnage4u

So the comic is great, but when I mention the creator is ok with the show, its because the creator has turned into a hack now?

Tyrese is an amazing character in the comic that is not in the show. Ianthecool - Just like game of thrones the show, it may be enjoyable, but it isn't as good as books. it doesn't make the show any less good, but it cannot be as good as the source material.

Its just that simple, but some people just too get worked up over it.

He is going to be happy with the show. It is making him tons of money. I'd be happy too.

PsYkOoOoO · 11-14-2012, 01:39 AM

The difference is that I know, more or less, what's going to happen in Game of Thrones because, for the most part, the show still follows the source material pretty well. In terms of execution and implementation, sure, Season 2 was somewhat lacking in certain parts, particularly in the treatment of Daenerys and Jon Snow. However, I can't say the same for The Walking Dead. The Walking Dead is a show with the same title and the same characters, but pretty much everything else is different. If you've read World War Z and you've watched the recent trailer, it's basically the same feeling. People may say that Season 2 of Game of Thrones was a bad adaptation, sure, but The Walking Dead's TV show isn't even an adaptation. It's just something else altogether.

Justin · 11-14-2012, 10:11 AM

Apparently I need to read the comics.

MasterChief117 · 11-14-2012, 12:42 PM

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Apparently I need to read the comics.

As soon as you read the comics you'll be right with me. I bet money on it. The comics are absolutely brilliant (really until the last 5-10 issues). Everything now feels kinda forced.

KUacuraChick · 11-14-2012, 12:55 PM

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Apparently I need to read the comics.

Read the comics after the show is over. That way you can still enjoy the show without picking apart every single detail!!! Don't join the dark side.

Mikey-Bizzle · 11-14-2012, 01:20 PM

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Read the comics after the show is over. That way you can still enjoy the show without picking apart every single detail!!! Don't join the dark side.

That was my plan! Going to borrow them off my mate once its all over

Ayemef · 11-14-2012, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by KUsubaruchick

Read the comics after the show is over. That way you can still enjoy the show without picking apart every single detail!!! Don't join the dark side.

this man speaks tha truth

KUacuraChick · 11-14-2012, 01:54 PM

Since you agree with me I'll let it go that you just called me a man...

Ayemef · 11-14-2012, 02:26 PM

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Since you agree with me I'll let it go that you just called me a man...

Ha! guess it would help to read your username, lol

Tolkien · 11-14-2012, 08:11 PM

Or that for a man, her name is Colleen.

MasterChief117 · 11-15-2012, 01:44 AM

She is a super attractive man.

Might be one of the oddest things I have ever said in my life.

KUacuraChick · 11-15-2012, 07:42 AM

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She is a super attractive man.

Might be one of the oddest things I have ever said in my life.

<3 That just made my day.

MasterChief117 · 11-15-2012, 03:52 PM

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<3 That just made my day.

I can go back to bed now.

KUacuraChick · 11-27-2012, 07:21 PM

Ring ring ring ring ring ring ring dead wife phone Ring ring ring ring ring ring ring dead wife phone
I've got this feeling, it's so appealing for us to get together and and sing

Also, with the holiday all my days are confused. I cannot believe they're doing a half season finale AGAIN! DINGUS!

**JBond** · 11-27-2012, 08:57 PM

VIDEO-CLick to Watch!:

Justin · 11-27-2012, 11:33 PM

It would have been even better if The Colonel had been one of the zombies.

MasterChief117 · 11-28-2012, 12:16 AM

This show, man. Sheesh.

Tolkien · 11-28-2012, 04:40 AM

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VIDEO-CLick to Watch!:

LOL!!! I literally caught that one and started laughing the moment it aired mainly because just that day I read that the extras playing the zombies are eating chicken when they bite down into the victims, lol.

Mikey-Bizzle · 11-28-2012, 05:50 AM

Another good episode this week! After next weeks episode is the mid season finale

11-13-2012, 12:39 PM	#451
Justin Executive Producer Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 11,896	Look, I haven't read the comics, but the show is pretty goofy most of the time. It's a guilty pleasure at best because of the poor writing. From what I can tell, MC has it right on the money. Michonne is one of the most boring characters on the show. Walking around, being suspicious, and acting badass doesn't exactly build much of a character. She doesn't really have anywhere to go, same with Andrea. Also, Andrea can not possibly be this naïve. Don't get me wrong, it's still an extremely enjoyable show, but c'mon...let's be honest. Last edited by Justin; 11-13-2012 at 02:35 PM.

11-13-2012, 09:06 PM	#455
carnage4u The Bad Man Join Date: May 2003 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 3,990	So the comic is great, but when I mention the creator is ok with the show, its because the creator has turned into a hack now? Tyrese is an amazing character in the comic that is not in the show. Ianthecool - Just like game of thrones the show, it may be enjoyable, but it isn't as good as books. it doesn't make the show any less good, but it cannot be as good as the source material. Its just that simple, but some people just too get worked up over it. __________________ Carnage4u I wish my lawn was emo so it would cut itself.

11-13-2012, 09:12 PM	#456
Justin Executive Producer Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 11,896	I think the case might be similar to Game of Thrones. GRRM is perfectly okay with how the show is progressing--it's just the fans who take issue with it (like myself, quite frankly). Some people find it problematic when they've made changes that either seemed pointless, or that will inevitably hurt the translated material in some way, whether it be from a plot standpoint, or an emotional one. In my opinion, it robs the material of its own power. No one is getting worked up, they're just expressing themselves. People here have a right to critique the material just as much as you do in defending it. That's how a message board works. Obviously people are still watching it, so there must be SOMETHING enjoyable about the show. I make fun of it all the time, but it's still an entertaining show to watch every week. Last edited by Justin; 11-13-2012 at 09:17 PM.

11-14-2012, 01:39 AM	#458
PsYkOoOoO Exceptionally Normal Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Singapore. Posts: 22,407	The difference is that I know, more or less, what's going to happen in Game of Thrones because, for the most part, the show still follows the source material pretty well. In terms of execution and implementation, sure, Season 2 was somewhat lacking in certain parts, particularly in the treatment of Daenerys and Jon Snow. However, I can't say the same for The Walking Dead. The Walking Dead is a show with the same title and the same characters, but pretty much everything else is different. If you've read World War Z and you've watched the recent trailer, it's basically the same feeling. People may say that Season 2 of Game of Thrones was a bad adaptation, sure, but The Walking Dead's TV show isn't even an adaptation. It's just something else altogether. __________________ W.

11-14-2012, 01:54 PM	#464
KUacuraChick JCCC Acura Lady Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 5,219	Since you agree with me I'll let it go that you just called me a man... __________________ You stick pennies up your ass for confidence https://twitter.com/seakazoo

11-13-2012, 05:49 PM	#454
IanTheCool Executive Lego Producer Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canada Posts: 13,387	Masterchief, adaptations can sometimes be tough to handle. Do the changes actually decrease the quality, or is it a fan's bias? I completely understand as I went through the same thing this season with Game of Thrones.

11-14-2012, 10:11 AM	#459
Justin Executive Producer Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 11,896	Apparently I need to read the comics.

11-14-2012, 08:11 PM	#466
Tolkien LOTR Junkie™ Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Minas Tirith Posts: 15,025	Or that for a man, her name is Colleen. __________________ “When you want something you've never had, you have to do something you've never done.” -- The Truth. My Facebook - My Twitter - My Blog

11-15-2012, 01:44 AM	#467
MasterChief117 The Batman Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Gotham City Posts: 13,335	She is a super attractive man. Might be one of the oddest things I have ever said in my life. __________________ "You will give the people an ideal to strive towards. They will race behind you, they will stumble, they will fall. But in time, they will join you in the sun. In time, you will help them accomplish wonders." "You don't owe these people anymore. You've given them everything." "Not everything, not yet."

11-27-2012, 07:21 PM	#470
KUacuraChick JCCC Acura Lady Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 5,219	Ring ring ring ring ring ring ring dead wife phone Ring ring ring ring ring ring ring dead wife phone I've got this feeling, it's so appealing for us to get together and and sing Also, with the holiday all my days are confused. I cannot believe they're doing a half season finale AGAIN! DINGUS! __________________ You stick pennies up your ass for confidence https://twitter.com/seakazoo Last edited by KUacuraChick; 11-27-2012 at 07:24 PM. Reason: I didn't wan't to swear, dingus was the best I coud come up with.

11-27-2012, 08:57 PM	#471
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11-27-2012, 11:33 PM	#472
Justin Executive Producer Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 11,896	It would have been even better if The Colonel had been one of the zombies.

11-28-2012, 12:16 AM	#473
MasterChief117 The Batman Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Gotham City Posts: 13,335	This show, man. Sheesh. __________________ "You will give the people an ideal to strive towards. They will race behind you, they will stumble, they will fall. But in time, they will join you in the sun. In time, you will help them accomplish wonders." "You don't owe these people anymore. You've given them everything." "Not everything, not yet."

11-28-2012, 05:50 AM	#475
Mikey-Bizzle Executive Producer Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Birmingham, UK Posts: 342	Another good episode this week! After next weeks episode is the mid season finale