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Naavik Gaming Podcast
Games: Once Upon Now in Hollywood
Feb 11, 2024
Roy Lee, producer of films like the LEGO Movie and IT, discusses the deal making process for gaming adaptations and the upcoming Minecraft Movie and God of War TV and film properties. They explore the challenges of adapting video game properties, leveraging success to boost game sales, and balancing fan expectations. The significance of creating lasting impact and satisfying both hardcore fans and wider audiences is also highlighted.
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- Game publishers and film studios are collaborating to bring video game IPs to life, with game studios having more control and involvement.
- Adapting video games for film requires collaboration between filmmakers, game developers, and production studios, navigating the challenges of securing deals and developing scripts.
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Video game IPs being adapted for the big screen
The podcast episode explores the trend of adapting video game intellectual properties for film and television. In recent years, popular games like Super Mario Bros, Sonic the Hedgehog, Mortal Kombat, and Detective Pikachu have successfully made the leap to the big screen, generating significant box office revenue. The episode discusses how game publishers and film studios are now collaborating to bring video game IPs to life, with the game studios having more control and involvement in the creative process. The podcast also highlights the importance of striking a balance between pleasing hardcore fans of the games and appealing to a wider audience. Success in video game adaptations is measured by box office performance, audience satisfaction, and the longevity of the film's impact.
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