The Stand
| studio | CBS Films, Warner Bros. Pictures |
| director | Ben Affleck |
| writer | David Kajganich, Steve Kloves, Stephen King |
[News Bites]: Cameron Brainstorms ‘Terminator 5,’ King’s Latest Optioned, Snipes on ‘Blade’s Return & More
“The Silence of the Lambs” helmer Jonathan Demme has optioned feature film rights to Stephen King’s upcoming novel “11/22/63″ and is set to write, direct and produce, Variety reports. The book follows Jake Epping, a 35-year-old high school English teacher from Maine who travels back in time to try and prevent President John F. Kennedy’s assassination in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963. It’s unclear how this is remotely horror, but other sites are reporting on it. Figured we might as well squeeze it in this edition of News Bites. READ MORE
TV: A&E Scores Stephen King Adaptation ‘Bag of Bones’
A&E has picked up the Pierce Brosnan-Stephen King four-part miniseries “Bag of Bones,” says THR. The four-hour miniseries, based off King’s New York Times bestselling novel, will air over two nights in the fourth quarter of 2011. Anabeth Gish will also star. READ MORE
Stephen King Doesn’t “Get” Remaking ‘Carrie’
Even though the announcement implied author Stephen King would be “game” for MGM and Screen Gems’ rehashing of Carrie through his relationship with writer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (he wrote the graphic novel version of King’s “The Stand”), in actuality the horror icon doesn’t see the point. READ MORE
I’ve Got a Bucket of Pig’s Blood with Screen Gems’ Name All Over It: ‘Carrie’ to Be Remade
It looks like MGM is finally dusting off their shoulders and sleeves after surviving a near devastating bankruptcy. READ MORE
Hollywood Horror: A Capsule History of Stephen King’s Showbiz Career
By far the most adapted American author in Hollywood history, Stephen King’s novels and short stories have served as the basis for over 100 movies, short films, miniseries, and TV shows since his first book, Carrie, was made into a hit 1976 film directed by Brian De Palma. While subsequent adaptations have been anything but consistent – for every Misery or The Mist there are three times as many stinkers – there’s no overlooking the fact that King’s career is now irrevocably intertwined with the Hollywood machine. READ MORE
CBS and Warners Team for Stephen King’s ‘The Stand’!
George Romero and Warners separately tried in vain to launch a movie adaptation in the 1980s, and a tone-downed version was produced as a six-hour miniseries by ABC in 1994, now Stephen King’s grand opus The Stand is finally getting the big-screen treatment! READ MORE
2010 BLACK FRIDAY CHOPPING LIST: BOOKS & COMICS
There’s something for every horror fan on your gift list in the “books & comics” section of B-D’s 2010 Black Friday Chopping list – from lovers of great poster art to rabid aficionados of indie comic books; from those who tend to engage in thought-provoking academic-minded discussions on the nature of the genre to those who just enjoy taking in as much grotesque, depraved imagery as they can get their hands on, this should prove a great guide for anyone scratching their heads over what to buy for one of those odd people who enjoy, um…whatchamacalit? Oh, yeah. Reading. (more…) READ MORE
Special Feature: Four Recent Signs of the Apocalypse…Real-Life Horror!
Originally planned for you guys this past weekend, all of the trick or treating, cupcakes, haunted houses and horror movies got the best of us, and we completely forgot to share this gem with you. We’re already depressed that our beloved holiday has come and gone, so here’s a postmortem Halloween snack that’s perfect for the mood. Beyond the break you’ll find Chris Eggertsen’s “Four Recent Signs of the Apocalypse“, which features real-life scenarios along with movies you can watch in “preparation” for the big bang. Make sure to bring plenty of candy. (more…) READ MORE
SDCC ’08: First Look at Marvel’s ‘The Stand’ Comic
If you head on over to AICN you can check out your first look at Marvel’s upcoming comic adaptation of Stephen King’s classic novel THE STAND, illustrated by Mike Perkins and written by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa. After the world is decimated by a man-made plague, a battle of literally Biblical proportions ensues between the survivors. Watch for more hopefully from the floor of the San Diego Comic Con. (more…) READ MORE
MOH Review: EP 2.7: Joe Dante’s ‘The Screwfly Solution’
Inside we’ve posted our seventh review from this year’s Masters of Horror: Season 2 (all reviews), which airs every Friday on Showtime. Inside you’ll find Tex Massacre’s review of “The Screwfly Solution”, which was directed by Joe Dante. The film is about a nightmare virus infecting our nation, transforming men into psychotic killers who attack every woman that crosses their paths. (more…) READ MORE
Don’t Try To Dodge This ‘Bullet’
The people over at Dread Central have gotten a look at Mick Garris’ Riding the Bullet. Mark Garris directing credits are such film’s as Critters 2 and The Stand. His new project, another Stephen King adaptation is about a man who has to hitchhike to visit his dying mother. However, things might be turning around when he is picked up by a mysterious stranger. The ride then turns into an unfortunate event as the man is given a choice, one that means life or death. The movie is set to be released October 15, 2004 in limited theaters and stars Jonathan Jackson, David Arquette, Erika Christensen and Max Headroom himself Matt Frewer. Be sure to hit up the official site as well, as it has been updated. (more…) READ MORE
‘Salem’s Lot’ Images and Stories Bleed Online
Inside you’ll find three new images from TNT’s remake of the classic Vampire flick, Salem’s Lot, which stars Rob Lowe. The film will be four hours long and divided up in two episodes, just like the original. Also inside is an interesting article from USA Today. What are you waiting for? Read on! (more…) READ MORE
King’s Cast Filled Like a Speeding ‘Bullet’
Variety reports that Brad Krevoy’s Motion Picture Corp. of America has finalized a cast for Riding the Bullet, an adaptation of the Stephen King e-book of the same name that attracted 500,000 readers. Read on for the scoop. (more…) READ MORE
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