The ONLY Podcast about Movies Ep 532: "Adapt or Die" - PAX East 2025 Live Show
May 18, 2025
Join gaming veteran Geoffrey Zatkin, a studio director with over 25 years of experience, and content creator Jasmine Bhullar, known as That Bronze Girl, as they dive into the hotly debated topic of video game adaptations! They engage in a lively discussion on whether Minecraft or Until Dawn makes a better film. Expect a mix of laughter, audience interaction, and critiques on storytelling, character development, and missed opportunities in adaptations. Their insights offer a unique perspective on translating gaming experiences into cinematic storytelling!
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Capturing Game Feel Is Key
- A successful video game adaptation captures the feel, not necessarily the exact story, of the game.
- It should evoke the same emotions while offering something new to the audience.
Adaptations Are Palimpsests
- Adaptations should stand alone as movies understandable without game knowledge.
- They act as palimpsests, rewriting over original material but retaining its essence.
Minecraft Movie Reflects Kid's Play
- Kat Rider felt the Minecraft movie mirrored playing Minecraft with a child: a scattered, adventurous experience.
- However, she found the over-explanation of game details awkward and limiting to the story's flow.