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Murderbot
A Christmas Carol
Stephen King
The Long Walk
Super Mario Bros.
The Taming Of the Shrew
William Shakespeare
Martha Wells
Starship Troopers
The Wheel Of Time
The Haunting
The Iron Giant
10 Things I Hate About You
Perfect Blue
Lord Of the Flies
Project Hail Mary
Worldcon
Wheel Of Time
All Systems Red
The Shining

Are you the sort of person who likes to read the book before you see the movie? So are Luke and James—a writer and filmmaker respectively who bring their backgrounds studying stories to the table for in-depth discussions of the adaptations of the past and present. If you love delving into the craft behind the art you love, then Ink to Film is for you.

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Stephen King released one of his most famous novels in an unusual manner and it shaped the narrative in fascinating ways. In episode 387, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they discuss benevolent prejudice, react to yet another fantastic King villa... more

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Clint Bently's adaptation of Denis Johnson's novella finds connection and clarity in a story that resisted it, but is that an improvement? In episode 386 join writer Luke Elliott and filmmaker James Bailey as they find sympathy for the generations th... more

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Before the adaptation, Denis Johnson's novella won the "O' Henry" and was a finalist for the Pulitzer for what critic Anthony Doerr hailed as an "American epic writ small." In episode 385, join writer Luke Elliott and filmmaker James Bailey as they e... more

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Which of these worthy adaptations deserves to be considered among the best ever put to film? In episode 384, join writer Luke Elliott and filmmaker James Bailey as they make the case and then argue over which three are the most deserving to make it i... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: T. Kingfisher on Retellings, Adaptations, and "What Moves the Dead" | Creative Conversations
Rachael K. Jones
Writer and editor; Hugo/Nebula/Stoker/Locust/World Fantasy award finalist; frequent guest on Ink to Film
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Martha Wells
Author of the Murderbot Diaries
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Episode: Martha Wells Reflects on "Murderbot" S:01 | Creative Conversations (WORLDCON 2025 LIVE)

Hosts

Luke Elliott
Host of Ink to Film; writer and journalist; provides analysis from a literary perspective and as a storyteller.
James Bailey
Co-host and filmmaker; contributes film-oriented insights and behind-the-scenes context.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Why review Lynch’s Dune with someone who doesn’t know his work?

    The most annoying podcast - spent the first half with a guy throwing out film titles and asking if David Lynch directed them. Unlistenable. How can you say you are film fans if you haven’t seen a Lynch film. And even if so, why spend 30 minutes on your ignorance?

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    MaoilK
    Ireland9 months ago
  • It's a great podcast discussing books, and then the movie adapted by them.

    Podcast Addict
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    sqədᶻuʔ
    a year ago
  • My Arrival

    Thanks for the terrific Ted Chiang interview! (As a published short fiction writer who nevertheless encounters every new work of my own as if I’d never written before, I found Ted‘s thoughts on his own process helpful and inspiring.) It’s my first visit to your pod. You were recommended on the Hugos There Podcast. Looking forward to listening to the old shows and the shows to come. Best wishes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WmPreston
    United States2 years ago
  • Always look forward to new episodes!

    Years ago(2019ish) I was searching for LOTR content to listen to and found Ink to Film - this review is way overdue! Can always count on great overviews and insights from V for Vendetta to Pride & Prejudice and everything in between. Always look forward to seeing a new episode in my feed. Thank you guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    khay0
    United States3 years ago
  • Great hosts and cool podcast!

    I’ve been listening to Ink to Film podcast since 2019 and it keeps getting better. Most of the source material really interests me, and either I get a whole new take on something I’ve already read or watched, or I’m introduced to something that I might have completely overlooked. I love the deep dives, honest critiques, and funny stories. It’s sort of like chatting about books and movies with good friends, just way more in depth!

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    Soboyon
    United States4 years ago

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Hosts have great chemistry and clear expertise in books and film.
Deep dives are accessible and fun for both readers and movie buffs.
Engaging, smart podcast with thoughtful, well-researched takes.
Guest selections are standout and add unique perspectives.

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Martha Wells Reflects on "Murderbot" S:01 | Creative Conversations (WORLDCON 2025 LIVE)
Q: What advice would you give to authors navigating optioning and adaptations?
Her advice is to trust your agents, stay true to your gut, and avoid signing away control to people who might misinterpret the character, emphasizing pure luck and the importance of choosing the right partners.
Martha Wells Reflects on "Murderbot" S:01 | Creative Conversations (WORLDCON 2025 LIVE)
Q: Were there any changes you pushed back on or that you fought for in the adaptation?
Wells says it was a collaborative process with no single hill to die on; she preferred to listen to the team and appreciated ideas like the Labibi sequence and showing physical manifestations of alien remnants as a way to enrich the story.
Martha Wells Reflects on "Murderbot" S:01 | Creative Conversations (WORLDCON 2025 LIVE)
Q: What was it like seeing your world come to life on set in Toronto and meeting the cast?
She describes the thrill of visiting the set, meeting actors like Alexander Skarsgård and John Cho, and the production office where she witnessed the scale of the project, while noting that some moments were so cinematic that it felt surreal.
Martha Wells Reflects on "Murderbot" S:01 | Creative Conversations (WORLDCON 2025 LIVE)
Q: How involved were you in the adaptation process, and how did negotiations shape your participation?
Wells explains that she initially had limited power but gradually became more involved through executive producer considerations and close collaboration with Paul and Chris Weitz; she emphasizes listening to their ideas and contributing where possible, such as world-building and specific design tweaks.
Martha Wells Reflects on "Murderbot" S:01 | Creative Conversations (WORLDCON 2025 LIVE)
Q: Where did the idea for Murderbot come from, both the character and the book that became it?
Murderbot originated from a short story about an enslaved security person with a governor module; Wells describes the moment of inspiration as the scene where Murderbot first interacted with Dr. Mensa, which then blossomed into the five-page scene and the full novella that started the series.

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