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  • Eight must-watch films to prepare for ‘The Marsh King’s Daughter’

    Eight must-watch films to prepare for ‘The Marsh King’s Daughter’

    Mumbai: Entering the realm of imagination through the pages of a book, accompanied by a soothing beverage, is a source of comfort for many. But, for those who prefer a cinematic experience over reading, movies become the go-to choice. Adaptations of novels often achieve blockbuster status as they breathe life into captivating stories that have already captured the collective imagination. Think of The Harry Potter series, Game of Thrones, and The Lord of the Rings trilogy as prime examples. When it comes to thriller/suspense novels, watching the cinematic rendition often elevates the anticipation. Still unsure? How about we clarify ourselves with a few choice thriller/suspense novel adaptions that became iconic? From the upcoming ‘The Marsh King’s Daughter’ to ‘It’, we’ve curated a list of gripping films, each adapted from a popular novel that’ll keep you on the edge from the very beginning.

    1.   1984 (1984)

    George Orwell’s dystopian masterpiece, 1984, is a chilling exploration of a totalitarian society. John Hurt’s portrayal of Winston Smith and Richard Burton’s ominous presence make this adaptation a timeless cautionary tale that’s as relevant today as it was when the novel was written.

    2.   The Silence of the Lambs (1991)

    Based on Thomas Harris’s spine-chilling novel, The Silence of the Lambs stars Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins. Foster plays Clarice Starling, an FBI trainee tasked with consulting the brilliant but deranged Dr. Hannibal Lecter, played by Hopkins, to catch a serial killer. This gripping thriller is a masterclass in suspense, with unforgettable performances that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

    3.   A Walk to Remember (2002)

    Based on Nicholas Sparks’ emotional novel, A Walk to Remember is a classic romance that’ll tug at your heartstrings. Mandy Moore and Shane West deliver touching performances as two high school students from different worlds who find love despite seemingly insurmountable odds.

    4.   Gone Girl (2014)

    Gillian Flynn’s psychological thriller, Gone Girl, takes on a new dimension when brought to the big screen by David Fincher. Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike’s performances are nothing short of remarkable as they lead you through a web of secrets, lies, and suspense, making it a must-see for anyone who loves a good mystery.

    5.   It (2017)

    Based on Stephen King’s spine-tingling novel, It is a chilling journey into the dark underbelly of Derry, Maine. Starring Bill Skarsgård as the terrifying Pennywise the Dancing Clown, this adaptation captures the essence of the book’s horrors. The Losers’ Club, a group of misfit kids, must confront their deepest fears as they confront an ancient evil that haunts their town.

    6.   Dune (2021)

    Frank Herbert’s epic sci-fi novel, Dune, finally received the cinematic treatment it deserved in this visually stunning adaptation. With a star-studded cast that includes Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, and Oscar Isaac, Dune immerses you in the intricate political landscapes and desert worlds of Arrakis. It’s a breathtaking journey through a future where power, politics, and mysticism collide.

    7.   Death on the Nile (2022)

    Agatha Christie’s beloved detective, Hercule Poirot, returns in this adaptation of her classic novel. Kenneth Branagh stars as the brilliant detective who finds himself solving a murder aboard a luxurious Nile River cruise. The star-studded ensemble cast, including Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer, and Letitia Wright, adds an extra layer of intrigue to this thrilling masterpiece.

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    8.   The Marsh King’s Daughter (2023)

    Finally, the highly anticipated The Marsh King’s Daughter takes the spotlight. In this thrilling adaptation of Karen Dionne’s novel, Daisy Ridley portrays Helena, a woman who must confront her traumatic past when her father, played by Ben Mendelsohn, escapes from prison. As she navigates the wilderness of her childhood, Helena must grapple with her complex emotions, and the film promises to be a rollercoaster of suspense, emotion, and extraordinary performances, just like the novels we’ve explored on this list.

    If you’re a fan of movies adapted from novels, be sure to catch ‘The Marsh King’s Daughter,’ releasing on 3 November 2023, at your nearest PVR INOX cinemas.

  • Ben Affleck’s ‘Gone Girl’ to release in India on Diwali

    Ben Affleck’s ‘Gone Girl’ to release in India on Diwali

    NEW DELHI: Gone girl by David Fincher starring Ben Affleck will be released in the India on 23 October after a phenomenal American box office opening and rave reviews by expert critics.
     
    With staggering positive reviews the movie has already got bumper box office numbers in the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK) territories with numbers expected to grow even further.

    Gone Girl, based on a best-selling novel by Gillian Flynn, earned strong reviews from critics, with an 87 per cent positive rating on review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes.

     
    Affleck stars as a writer who is caught in a media circus when his wife goes missing and the police suspect he is responsible.

     
    It stars Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike, Neil Patrick Harris, Tyler Perry, and Carrie Coon. The film had its world premiere on opening night of the 52nd New York Film Festival on 26 September. It had its American theatrical release on 3 October.

     
    The film examines dishonesty in the media, and the economy’s effects on marriage, and appearances.

    The film opened the 52nd New York Film Festival, receiving high profile press coverage and early positive reviews.

     

    Flincher is the film-maker behind The Social Network and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.

     
    Published in 2012, Flynn’s novel has sold more than six million copies. Earlier this year, she was commissioned by the Hogarth Shakespeare project to rewrite The Bard’s tragedy Hamlet.

     

  • ‘Gone Girl’ trailer finally released

    ‘Gone Girl’ trailer finally released

    MUMBAI: First shown at CinemaCon, the teaser trailer of David Fincher’s next film Gone Girl starring Ben Affleck and Neil Patrick Harris has finally been released online for the mass public.

     

    Having spent eight weeks on The New York Times bestsellers list at #1, Gone Girl – the principal suspense comes from an uncertainty about the main character, Nick Dunne, and whether he killed his wife, Amy Dunne when the latter goes missing on the couple’s fifth wedding anniversary.

     

    The book has a 3.93 rating based on 441, 306 ratings on Goodreads. The book is a “pathological, twisted freak-show of a relationship so demented that it leaves wanting for more”!

     

    Hairspray screenwriter Leslie Dixon read the manuscript of the novel in 2011 and brought it to the attention of Reese Witherspoon (Walk the Line, Legally Blonde) in December of that year. Soon after, Academy Award winning actress Reese Witherspoon swopped in and bought the rights to the film adaptation of the blockbuster hit. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Witherspoon was drawn to the script because of its strong female character and its use of multiple perspectives and non-linear structure.

     

    In January of 2013, it was announced that Witherspoon will only be producing, and will not be starring in the film. By May, Golden Globe Award winning director David Fincher (The Social Network, The Girl with The Dragon Tattoo) was attached to the project with another Academy Award winner Ben Affleck (Argo) soon joining the project as the lead, Nick Dunne along with Rosamund Pike (Pride & Prejudice, Die Another Day) as his missing wife, Amy.

     

    In several interviews, Flynn has said she was interested in exploring the psychology and dynamics of a long-term relationship. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, where Flynn worked as a television critic before bursting out as an author, she hinted that the film will have a different design than her twisty novel.

     

    Throughout the trailer, you might hear quite a few dialogues exchanged for more than a few seconds over Charles Aznavour serenading his classic English love song, “She”, but the haunting cover played in the background is by Richard Butler from The Psychedelic Furs.

     

    From the trailer, it becomes quickly evident the film will resonate the dark and haunting tone that is seen in most of Fincher’s films.

  • Ben Affleck reveals the first look of ‘Gone Girl’

    Ben Affleck reveals the first look of ‘Gone Girl’

    It was around this time two years ago that we saw the release of David Fincher’s The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, and while we haven’t seen a feature film from him since, the drought will end in 2014.

     

    The director is currently in the midst of crafting an adaptation of Gillian Flynn’s acclaimed novel Gone Girl, and while the film will be released late next year, the studio, 20th Century Fox has unveiled a first look at the movie via their official twitter account.

     

    Being adapted by Flynn herself – making her screen writing debut – the thriller centers on the relationship between Nick and Amy, a married couple who have hit a rough patch. Moving to a small town in Missouri from New York after Nick loses his job, Amy is miserable away from the big city, but things become scary when she disappears on their fifth wedding anniversary. To make things even worse, Nick is the prime suspect and there is plenty of evidence against him. Ben Affleck stars as Nick, while Rosamund Pike is playing Amy.

     

    The cast also includes Neil Patrick Harris, Missi Pyle, Tyler Perry, Patrig Fugit, Casey Wilson, Scott McNairy, Kim Dickens and Emily Ratajkowski. Reese Witherspoon and Bruna Papandrea, along with Leslie Dixon, are producing the movie.

  • Gone Girl to release in 2014, Frankenstein pushed to 2015

    Gone Girl to release in 2014, Frankenstein pushed to 2015

    MUMBAI: The Ben Affleck starrer Gone Girl has got a release date of 3 October 2014 while 20th Century Fox’s Frankenstein gets a date of 16 January 2015.

     

    rankenstein will see Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe opposite James McAvoy.
    Frankenstein was to open on 17 October 2014 with McAvoy playing Frankenstein and Radcliffe playing Igor. Instead it has decided to release Gone Girl with Affleck and Rosamund Pike in October along with animated family film Book of Life on 17 October.

     

    Fox is working with Regency on Gone Girl, which is under production. Based on a novel by Gillian Flynn it is about a couple who move from a city to a small town and then the wife goes missing.