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Viet Thanh Nguyen on adapting 'The Sympathizer' for TV

Life and Art from FT Weekend

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Adapting Violent and Humorous Content for the Screen

Exploring the intricate process of transforming a book with a blend of violence and humor into a visual format, focusing on the significance of aligning with a director who shares the same artistic vision. The chapter delves into the complexities of casting, script adaptation, and selection of languages in the visual adaptation.

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