For the casual comic fan out there who only knows "Watchmen" as a super-hyped film based on something called a "graphic novel," the fact that one of the book's creators -- legendary writer Alan Moore -- wouldn't want his name attached to a film that's sure to bring in beaucoup box office receipts is probably quite confusing. However, Moore's unabashed hatred of all-things Hollywood when it comes to his work goes back well before "Watchmen," and in an interview with TotalFilm.com, he relates some of his thoughts on the subject, and as usual, doesn't hold back.
"The main reason why comics can’t work as films is largely because everybody who is ultimately in control of the film industry is an accountant," said Moore. "These people may be able to add up and balance the books, but in every other area they are stupid and incompetent and don’t have any talent." Read More...
Halloween Special: The Five Most Unintentionally Terrifying Comic Book Movies
Posted 10/31/10 10:01 am EST by Rachel Molino in Commentary, Lists
True horror is in the element of surprise, so what’s more surprising than believing you’re about to watch a comic book adaptation, and instead witnessing to the sadistic mauling of your favorite character’s personality, powers or storyline?
Here five of the most unintentionally terrifying films based on comics so far… because the scariest thing about comic book movies is when they go wrong. Read More...
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