Best James Bailey and Luke Elliott Podcasts (2024)

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Who Speaks for Humanity? “3 Body Problem” (2024 TV Series) eps. 1-4 1:10:57

3h ago1:10:57

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The first four episodes of Dan Weiss and David Benioff’s Netflix adaptation of Liu Cixin’s novel THE THREE-BODY PROBLEM show some promise, but they’ve burned us in the past so it’s hard to get too excited. In episode 307, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they propose humanity’s envoy for a first contact scenario, discuss the choice to change Wan…

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Just Getting Started With “The Three-Body Problem” (2008 novel) 59:53

5d ago59:53

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The first installment of Cixin Liu’s epic trilogy “Remembrance of Earth’s Past” takes its name from a famously unsolvable problem in orbital mechanics and that sets the tone for the heady, complex, hard science fiction of what’s to come. In episode 306, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they are just beginning their journey into this series with …

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Casino Royale (2006) is the Best Possible James Bond Adaptation | Book vs Film 1:09:18

12d ago1:09:18

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Daniel Craig’s run as the legendary tuxedo-wearing spy, James Bond, kicked off with what might be the best adaptation possible for Ian Fleming’s debut novel. In episode 305, Join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they explore Martin Campbell’s career, react to the notorious free-running parkour opening sequence, get lost on a runway, react to Eva Gree…

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From the Vault: “The Sandman” Dream of a Thousand Cats; Calliope (S1:E11) 39:28

19d ago39:28

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In this former Patreon-exclusive Luke & James react to the two-part episode of THE SANDMAN that Netflix released as a coda for its first season, covering the issues “Dream of a Thousand Cats & Calliope.” They discuss what was faithfully adapted and what was cut to modernize. Also, at the end Luke & James discuss the first episode of HOUSE OF THE DR…

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Searching for Humanity in “Casino Royale” (1953 novel) 59:52

1M ago59:52

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James Bond has a long history in film, but before the suave, debonair spy came to the screen he got started in Ian Fleming’s novel in a much different form. In episode 304, Join Luke & James as they try to find something to like in a more sexist version of Bond, get lost in the rules of baccarat, and speculate about what future books in this series…

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Manufacturing a Messiah in “Dune: Part Two” (2024 film) ft. Fonda Lee 1:41:20

1M ago1:41:20

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Award-winning author Fonda Lee returns to discuss Denis Villeneuve’s epic sequel that finishes his Dune adaptation where the Bene Gesserit’s plan to engineer a savior comes into center frame. In episode 303, Luke, James, and Fonda discuss what Frank Herbert regretted after the initial release of his landmark novel, the many significant changes to t…

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Men Telling a Woman’s Story? "Poor Things" (2023 film) ft. Laura of Why the Book Wins 1:20:03

1M ago1:20:03

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Yorgos Lanthimos adapted the book into a surreal visual feast, but the result is still a man telling a woman’s story of empowerment. Does it still work? In episode 302, Laura from the “Why the Book Wins” YouTube channel joins Luke & James to talk about the changes from Alasdair Gray’s book, Emma Stone’s Oscar-worthy performance, and how altering th…

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A Post-Modern Prometheus? “Poor Things” (1992 novel) 1:07:21

2M ago1:07:21

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Before Yorgos Lanthimos & Emma Stone’s adaptation, Alasdair Gray wrote a post-modern take on Frankenstein in a structure-breaking, convention-flaunting novel—but should you read it? In episode 301, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they make the case, weigh the pros & cons of presenting the narrative in layers, ask if McCandless and Godwin Baxter…

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Introducing the "Adaptation Hall of Fame" 2024 Class | 300th Episode! 1:40:35

2M ago1:40:35

1:40:35

Introducing the Ink to Film “Adaptation Hall of Fame!” To celebrate Ink to Film’s 300th episode, Luke & James induct the first ever class representing excellence in adaptation—true exemplars that all other filmmakers should look to for inspiration. The nominees are “The Godfather,” “Blade Runner,” “Jurassic Park,” “The Fellowship of the Ring,” “The…

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Paul Tremblay Reflects on “Knock at the Cabin” (2023) | Creative Conversations 1:09:13

2M ago1:09:13

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Author Paul Tremblay (THE CABIN AT THE END OF THE WORLD, A HEAD FULL OF GHOSTS) joins the show to reflect on having his work adapted for the first time by director M. Night Shyamalan, including his frustrations with changes made to his original concept. In episode 299, Luke Elliott & James Bailey launch a new series called “Creative Conversations” …

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The Kathy Bates Show “Misery” (1990 film) 1:03:54

3M ago1:03:54

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After the success of his “Stand By Me” adaptation, director Rob Reiner returns to Stephen King’s work for the film that won Kathy Bates an Academy Award for Best Actress for her captivating performance as psychotic superfan Annie Wilkes. In episode 298, Luke Elliott & James Bailey explore the sledgehammer scene, James Caan’s impressive physicality,…

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Examining Toxic Fandom in Stephen King’s “Misery” (1987 novel) 1:12:14

3M ago1:12:14

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Stephen King’s Misery is a multi-faceted metaphor for both addiction and toxic fandom, but it’s also a brutal thriller from start to finish. In episode 297, Join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they uncover the secrets of Annie Wilkes, ask if Paul Sheldon is a King self-insert, take a hard look at the novel’s themes as they come into question at the…

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Last Looks 2023 1:28:35

4M ago1:28:35

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After a year of legendary filmmakers, masterful novels, and children’s classics to warm the heart, how does it all stack up against one another? In episode 296, join Luke & James for the episode that tries to make sense of it all, including what rose to the top and what belongs at the bottom. From Shawshank to Twilight, Pinocchio to The Road, Train…

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“One of THE Moments in Movie History” ITF Read & Watch: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1964 novel & 1971 film) 1:29:02

4M ago1:29:02

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Roald Dahl might not have liked it, but Gene Wilder’s performance as chocolatier Willy Wonka is the stuff of movie legend, and Mel Stuart’s adaptation of the children’s novel holds up to this day. In episode 295, Luke & James debate which of many iconic scenes is the most memorable, try not to drink from the nasty brown river, skewer the reprehensi…

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“The Creepiest Thing Hitchcock Ever Did” ITF Watch: Psycho (1960 film) 1:29:56

4M ago1:29:56

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The time has come at last to cover the "Master of Suspense" himself, Alfred Hitchcock! What better way than to analyze arguably his most iconic adaptation of all time? In episode 294, join Luke & James as they compare Robert Bloch’s version of Norman Bates to the one Anthony Perkins immortalized, get spooked out by a date & time, react to a Bates M…

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“Empathy for the Devil” ITF Read: Psycho (1959 book) 52:52

4M ago52:52

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Robert Bloch’s novel came out within 2 years of serial killer Ed Gein’s arrest, but how much did it influence the character of Norman Bates? In episode 293, Luke & James discuss how Alfred Hitchcock’s adaptation boosted Bloch’s career, the psychology of dissociative identity disorder as portrayed on film vs. real life, some insidious transphobia, a…

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“Going Beyond Katniss” ITF Watch: The Hunger Games (2012 film) 1:14:44

5M ago1:14:44

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Gary Ross brought the YA-sensation penned by Suzanne Collins to the big screen but made some fundamental changes to the story’s scope in the process. In episode 292, Luke & James discuss an expanding POV, a cave scene with less heat, a Taylor Swift soundtrack for the ages, worldbuilding details lost to a shaky camera, Jennifer Lawrence vs Katniss E…

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From the Vault: Jodorowsky's Dune (2013 film) 46:07

5M ago46:07

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Have you heard the story of the greatest film that was never made? In this former Patreon-exclusive episode, Luke & James revisit the sci-i classic DUNE, this time with a documentary that explores the world and influence of Alejandro Jodorowsky's unmade film, them make some comparisons to both Denis Villeneuve and David Lynch's takes on the source.…

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“Delivering Tropes People Love” ITF Read: The Hunger Games (2008 Novel) 59:04

5M ago59:04

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Suzanne Collins returns to the big screen this fall with “The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes", but it’s worth taking a look back at the book that started the phenomenon: THE HUNGER GAMES. In episode 291, Luke & James debate utopian fiction vs. dystopian fiction, dive into the “Battle Royale” controversy, learn about “Just War” theory, react to love t…

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“An Angry Show” ITF Watch: The Fall of the House of Usher (2023 TV Series) eps. 5-8 ft. John Langan 1:49:55

5M ago1:49:55

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Bram-Stoker-Award-Winning author John Langan joins the show to talk Poe, Mike Flanagan, and what makes a good ending! In episode 290, Luke, James, & John discuss the lasting influence of Edgar Allen Poe, the possible beginning of the “torture-porn” genre, an angry FU to the boomers, the Stephen King story that made John a horror writer, and then th…

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“The Scene You’ll Never Forget” ITF Watch: The Fall of the House of Usher (2023 TV series) episodes 1-4 1:17:14

6M ago1:17:14

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Mike Flanagan is back at it with another bold adaptation, this one covering the body of Edgar Allen Poe’s work like never before. In episode 289, Luke & James react to the scene you can never unsee, discuss how Flanagan is telling a surprisingly modern American tale, explore the broad-strokes adaptations of more of Poe’s iconic stories, and learn s…

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“The Grandfather of Horror” ITF Read: The Fall of the House of Usher (1839 short story) 1:11:13

6M ago1:11:13

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Before you react to Mike Flanagan’s latest adaptation, it’s worth looking back at Edgar Allen Poe’s troubled life and iconic body of work. In episode 288, Luke & James lay out the tragedies suffered by a literary titan, learn about a suspect marriage to cousin Virginia, quoth “The Raven,” explore the family tree of iconic horror writers, meet Roder…

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From the Vault: The Handmaid’s Tale (1990 film) 46:50

6M ago46:50

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Before the critically acclaimed HULU adaptation Margaret Atwood’s novel got a film adaptation in the early 90s starring Robert Duvall and Faye Dunaway, but is this version worth revisiting or is it better left forgotten? In this former Patreon-exclusive episode, Luke & James revisit a dystopian classic, as our modern times slide further toward maki…

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“All My Defenses Are Gone!” ITF Watch: The Wheel of Time S02 (2021 TV Series) episodes 5-8 1:39:19

6M ago1:39:19

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Rafe Judkins' 2nd season of THE WHEEL OF TIME on Amazon Prime hits its stride in the last four episodes, delivering on some of the best moments from the books despite occasional stumbles. In episode 287, Luke & James discuss a Lanfear performance to remember, a special sort of teatime, a cheap shot with Hopper, the unabashedly over-the-top magic, a…

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“Jordan’s Matriarchies: Forward Thinking for the Time?” ITF Read: The Great Hunt (1990 novel) part two 1:18:29

7M ago1:18:29

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After watching half of The Wheel of Time’s second season, it’s time to finish out the book! In episode 286, Luke & James discuss the powerful women of the series, wonder about a potential poly romance, consider the fantasy of being able to glimpse alternative lives, and apologize for getting some timeline things extremely wrong. Join them next week…

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Who Speaks for Humanity? “3 Body Problem” (2024 TV Series) eps. 1-4 1:10:57

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Just Getting Started With “The Three-Body Problem” (2008 novel) 59:53

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Casino Royale (2006) is the Best Possible James Bond Adaptation | Book vs Film 1:09:18

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From the Vault: “The Sandman” Dream of a Thousand Cats; Calliope (S1:E11) 39:28

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Searching for Humanity in “Casino Royale” (1953 novel) 59:52

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Manufacturing a Messiah in “Dune: Part Two” (2024 film) ft. Fonda Lee 1:41:20

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Men Telling a Woman’s Story? "Poor Things" (2023 film) ft. Laura of Why the Book Wins 1:20:03

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A Post-Modern Prometheus? “Poor Things” (1992 novel) 1:07:21

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Introducing the "Adaptation Hall of Fame" 2024 Class | 300th Episode! 1:40:35

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Paul Tremblay Reflects on “Knock at the Cabin” (2023) | Creative Conversations 1:09:13

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The Kathy Bates Show “Misery” (1990 film) 1:03:54

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Examining Toxic Fandom in Stephen King’s “Misery” (1987 novel) 1:12:14

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Last Looks 2023 1:28:35

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“One of THE Moments in Movie History” ITF Read & Watch: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1964 novel & 1971 film) 1:29:02

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“The Creepiest Thing Hitchcock Ever Did” ITF Watch: Psycho (1960 film) 1:29:56

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“Empathy for the Devil” ITF Read: Psycho (1959 book) 52:52

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“Going Beyond Katniss” ITF Watch: The Hunger Games (2012 film) 1:14:44

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From the Vault: Jodorowsky's Dune (2013 film) 46:07

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“Delivering Tropes People Love” ITF Read: The Hunger Games (2008 Novel) 59:04

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“An Angry Show” ITF Watch: The Fall of the House of Usher (2023 TV Series) eps. 5-8 ft. John Langan 1:49:55

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“The Scene You’ll Never Forget” ITF Watch: The Fall of the House of Usher (2023 TV series) episodes 1-4 1:17:14

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“The Grandfather of Horror” ITF Read: The Fall of the House of Usher (1839 short story) 1:11:13

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From the Vault: The Handmaid’s Tale (1990 film) 46:50

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“All My Defenses Are Gone!” ITF Watch: The Wheel of Time S02 (2021 TV Series) episodes 5-8 1:39:19

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“Jordan’s Matriarchies: Forward Thinking for the Time?” ITF Read: The Great Hunt (1990 novel) part two 1:18:29

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