Chapter
Converting Books to Movies with No Control
48:11 - 52:37 (04:26)
The process of turning a book into a movie is complex and often leaves authors feeling powerless. While it's difficult to get people interested in pandemic-related literature, some authors have to take a backseat to the film adaptation process.
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The challenges of getting people interested in reading a book about a pandemic, especially in the midst of a global health crisis.
48:11 - 49:39 (01:28)
Summary
The challenges of getting people interested in reading a book about a pandemic, especially in the midst of a global health crisis. Discussing the process of writing a book based on a previous pandemic and the possibility of turning it into a movie.
ChapterConverting Books to Movies with No Control
Episode"Michael Lewis"
PodcastSmartLess
This discussion centered around the idea that movie makers would prefer the author to be dead to avoid conflicts changing their original works.
49:39 - 51:28 (01:49)
Summary
This discussion centered around the idea that movie makers would prefer the author to be dead to avoid conflicts changing their original works. However, some authors prefer to maintain the quality, perspective and themes of their original works.
ChapterConverting Books to Movies with No Control
Episode"Michael Lewis"
PodcastSmartLess
A screenwriter discusses the idea of building relationships in the film industry based on a lie and the benefits that come with allowing others to take ownership of his work.
51:28 - 52:37 (01:09)
Summary
A screenwriter discusses the idea of building relationships in the film industry based on a lie and the benefits that come with allowing others to take ownership of his work.