
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 432 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmBooksArts | |||

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
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
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
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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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?
It's a great podcast discussing books, and then the movie adapted by them.
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.
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!
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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Two hosts bring literary and cinematic backgrounds to in-depth analyses of how books become films and how adaptations shape storytelling. Episodes frequently contrast source material with screen versions, explore author and director choices, and weave in production context, behind-the-scenes trivia, and cultural commentary. The show often balances rigorous research with personable banter, making it appealing to both hardcore fans and casual listeners curious about the craft of adaptation and the conversation around media from books to screen. A standout aspect is the clear pairing of a writer and a filmmaker, which yields nuanced perspectives and a practical, industry-aware angle on storytelling across mediums.
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