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Starship Troopers (1997) is THE blueprint for #Helldivers.

Paul Verhoeven’s adaptation of Heinlein’s classic novel divided critics at the time, but its antifascist subtext sure hits different in 2025.

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Unlike the movie, Robert A. Heinlein's "Starship Troopers" is NOT a satire... but is it worth reading today?

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Nightbitch (2024) takes on Rachel Yoder's ambitious debut, but does it have the same bite?

Special guest @batttykoda.bsky.social joins once again to cast their vote for which version is better: the book or the movie!

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#nightbitch #rachelyoder #Inktofilm

With our culture becoming increasingly hostile towards women, "Fem Rage is Inevitable." Special guest @batttykoda.bsky.social joins the show to discuss inclusive book clubs, @rachelyoder.bsky.social's debut novel #NIGHTBITCH, & how to get the genre right!

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If you missed the live recording of the Murderbot interview episode at WorldCon, you can watch it here:

Worldcon was a total blast and the Ink to Film live show is out now!

Back home from #Worldcon2025 & looking through all the photos is surreal—did we really get to do all that?!

Our first live show was a resounding success in front of a huge crowd of Martha Wells / Murderbot fans who really turned out! They were incredibly generous & kind.

Luke Elliott (black “vhs” t-shirt) and James Bailey (green sweatshirt) stand to either side of Martha Wells (blue “read banned books” shirt) right after recording a live episode of the ink to Film podcast.

It was an honor!

Ink to Film Let's talk about adaptations! 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 stu...

The Ink to Film Podcast did a live episode with me yesterday at Seattle Worldcon and you can see it when they post it later m.youtube.com/@InktoFilm/s...

All Systems Red (2017 Novella) | Why Nerds (Like Us) Love Murderbot — Ink to Film Podcast Martha Wells’s career shifted into a whole new gear with the launch of her series “The Murderbot Diaries” which was a surprising success out of the gate. In episode 351, join Luke Elliott and James Ba...

Excited I got a seat for the @inktofilm.bsky.social talk with @marthawells.com about #Murderbot (great series of novels & novellas, fabulous series on AppleTV). The line was long, but I got a seat on the second row! #Worldcon
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In Gore Verbinski’s "The Ring" (2002) analog film takes the spotlight for a medium in transition. The result is a turning point in modern horror as the artform moves into a digital age. But how does it stack up to the original?

The Movie that KILLS⤵️
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Koji Suzuki’s RING sparked a resurgence of horror in Japan & launched a franchise that would shock the world, but let's talk about what disturbing details from his original book that didn't (& probably NEVER SHOULD) make it into the adaptation.
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As the Apple TV adaptation of #Murderbot rounds out its season the comedic emphasis is clear, but how does it compare to @marthawells.com's books?

Join us as we cap off our coverage (until #Worldcon2025) & cast our votes on which is better: book or show!

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SO PUMPED to announce we’ll be recording our first live episode at Seattle Worldcon 2025!

Author @marthawells.com joins our show to reflect on having #Murderbot adapted by Apple TV into a show.

Friday 8/15 4:30-5:30 PM in the Terrace Suite (4F)

#worldcon2025 @seattlein2025.org

Murderbot's disdain for humanity is on full display from the beginning in the TV show, but who can blame it? Humans are the Worst! 🤷‍♂️

Our coverage of @marthawells.com's story continues, including a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT for #WorldCon2025 at 4:45! 👀

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Let's talk about why nerds (like us) LOVE #Murderbot!

First up, ALL SYSTEMS RED, the novella that introduced the world to one of Sci-Fi's most beloved modern characters. Eye-contact strictly optional.

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It’s our 350th episode, so it's time to induct 3 more films into our "Adaptation Hall of Fame!” These 3 movies we'll name as peak achievements in adapting page to screen.

The nominees:
Blade Runner
Jaws
Children of Men
Silence of the Lambs
Arrival
The Shining

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Did you know Shrek (2001) was based on SHREK! by William Steig? Let's compare! Also, find out just how different everyone's favorite ogre originally was before Mike Myers took over for the late Chris Farley.

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Filmmaking Clues That Hint at Divine Will | Conclave (2024 Film) Did director Edward Berger hide clues about God’s will through his filmmaking choices? In episode 348, Join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they consider symbols beyond just the turtles, compare what works better about the characters in the film, discuss their own religious backgrounds, debate a change made to a pivotal speech, and finally cast their own votes on which one’s better: the book or the movie! Pickup Conclave by Robert Harris at the Ink to Film Bookshop! https://bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpelliott/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lpelliott Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/luminousluke.bsky.social James Bailey Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jamebail.bsky.social IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

You've probably heard about the turtles, but does the Cardinals' eyewear reveal who has the Holy Spirit in Conclave (2024)?

Theory-craft with us this week as we compare the Robert Harris novel to the movie, then cast votes of our own on which is better!

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The Author of the book #Mickey17 is based on (@edashtonwriting.bsky.social) joins to reflect on his work being adapted to film by the legendary Bong Joon-Ho! Plus his misstep with the #robertpattinson fandom & why Ed would NEVER use a teleporter 🙅‍♂️⤵️

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Season 3 is the best of #WheelofTime so far, so why hasn't it been renewed yet? Let's talk about why it deserves to be, and how it stacks up to THE SHADOW RISING by Robert Jordan
#wotskies #renewwot

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In "The House of Usher" (1960) Director Roger Corman began a series of Edgar Allen Poe films that set a high bar for gothic horror adaptations. Vincent Price stars as Roderick Usher in a screenplay penned by Richard Matheson!

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Book 4 of the Wheel of Time features some of the series most memorable scenes, but how will they hold up to adaptation? Let's discuss the first 1/2 of a fan-favorite novel!

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Rafe Judkins confirmed season 3 of the #WheelofTime show will be focused on book 4 of the series rather than THE DRAGON REBORN, but why skip book 3? Let's explore what might have been lost as we bridge the gap!
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With #TheMonkey has Osgood Perkins really made the best Stephen King adaptation in years? He definitely nailed the sense of nostalgic *fun* many of hold for 80s era King.

We debate it all with YouTuber @whythebookwins.bsky.social!

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Bong Joon-Ho’s adaptation of @edashtonwriting.bsky.social's MICKEY7 provides a colorful look at a dystopian future, but how does the sharper social commentary stack up to the novel’s more philosophical themes? Let's debate!
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#Mickey17

Mickey Barnes is an ideal expendable worker for capitalism to exploit... until he begins to value his own life.

Let's talk about @edashtonwriting.bsky.social's novel that #mickey17 was based on!

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What does The Iron Giant have to do with Sylvia Plath? Let's explore the heartbreaking backstory behind Ted Hughes' story and how it all culminated in a box-office bomb of an adaptation that has earned its cult following.

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"10 Things I Hate About You" (1999) shouldn't work as an adaptation of The Taming of the Shrew... so why is it considered an iconic romantic comedy even today?

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Is "The Taming of the Shrew" Shakespeare's worst play? I'm no expert, but it sure seems like a serious contender to me. Let's talk about it!

P.S. Next week we'll be covering "10 Things I Hate About You" (which is a stealth Shrew adaptation)
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