Lit To Lens

The Pod is back, baby. In this episode Erik and Will kick-off Season 5 (Classic Sci-Fi) by discussing the recent film adaptation of the famed H.G. Wells novel, 'The Invisible Man'. Hope you tune in.

Erik and Will have Christa Avampato back on to discuss the publication of her first novel, 'Emerson Page and Where the Light Enters'. Christa talks with the guys about the difficulties of the publication process, the importance of having the rights to her own work, and what's next for Emerson Page.

Erik and Will discuss the film ‘It' and its eponymous source material by Stephen King. Erik embarrassingly stumps Will in this week's quiz question. Will gets something off his chest, and Erik delves deep into the crazy world of Stephen King's novel and compares it against the relatively well-received film adaptation. Listen and enjoy.

Erik and Will have their roommate Corey on to discuss the film ‘The Dark Tower’ and part of it’s source material ‘The Gunslinger’. They discuss their frustrations with how the film played out, how much of the seven (eight?) novels was fit into the 95-minute film, and if it’s possible to make a good adaptation of the Stephen King series. He who does not listen to this podcast has forgotten the face of his father. Listen and enjoy.

Will and Erik drop into Fantom Comics in Washington, D.C. to talk to Jake, an avid comic book reader and cinephile. Erik and Will ask Jake about how he got into reading comics, what some of his favorites are, and how comic book film adaptations can often fall short.

Erik and Will discuss the film ‘V for Vendetta’ and it’s eponymous graphic novel source material. They talk about the differences between the film and the graphic novel, the morality of V, and the story’s themes of fascism, anarchy, chaos, and rebuilding. Will quizzes Erik on director James McTeigue’s other work. Listen and enjoy.

Erik and Will discuss the film ‘Watchmen’ and it’s eponymous graphic novel source material. They discuss the impact of graphic novels on the film industry, what makes this graphic novel such a classic, and why the film didn’t live up to expectations. Erik quizzes Will on which A-list directors were attached to direct before Zack Snyder signed on to direct. Listen and enjoy.

Erik and Will discuss the adaptation news of the week. Then the boys share their thoughts on the new trailers for ‘The Mountain Between Us’ and ‘Murder on the Orient Express’, Carey Mulligan starring in a Vietnam war film, Julia Roberts coming to HBO, and Jeff VanderMeer comparing the first cut of ’Annihilation’ to ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’. As always, shout out to Shia LaBeouf.

Erik and Will discuss the adaptation news of the week. Then the boys share their thoughts on the new ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 7 trailer, Jessica Chastain set to star as Ingrid Bergman, and another Margaret Atwood adaptation (this time for Netflix). Shout out Shia.

Erik and Will discuss the adaptation news of the week. Then the boys share their thoughts on Tom Hardy starring in 'Venom', the new Amazon 'best-seller' list for books, and Shia LaBeouf starring as John McEnroe. Shia, we love you. Come on L2L.

Erik and Will discuss the adaptation news of the week. Then the boys share their thoughts on Tom Hanks, who is set to produce and star in an adaptation of 'News of the World'; the abortion novel 'This is Jane' gets acquired by Amazon; and whether Chris Pratt is a movie star. Guess what? He is. Associated Links: https://theringer.com/chris-pratt-movie-star-leading-man-guardians-of-the-galaxy-99a6cb775e8c http://www.tracking-board.com/tom-hanks-to-produce-and-star-in-fox-2000s-adaptation-of-news-of-the-world/ http://www.tracking-board.com/amazon-acquires-spec-this-is-jane-about-chicago-abortion-service/

Erik and Will discuss the film ‘Ghost in the Shell’ and its eponymous graphic novel source material. They discuss the impact of graphic novels on the film industry, how it might be different adapting a graphic novel to film vs. a literary novel, and the issue of “whitewashing” in Hollywood. Will quizzes Erik about the infidelities of director Rupert Sanders, and they each make their picks on which they thought was better. Listen and enjoy.

Erik and Will discuss the 89th Academy Awards with two very special guests, their roommates. After completing an Oscar draft, the picks are reviewed for the major eight categories. Erik quizzes the guests on previous Oscar knowledge, front-runners and dark horses are revealed, and a discussion unfolds on where the films of this year will find their place in history. Listen and enjoy.

Erik and Will discuss the film “Silence”, after reading it's eponymous source material. They discuss themes of faith, suffering, and torture, how using silence as a film technique is effective, and why the film didn’t get more love from the Academy Awards nominations. Plus, Erik schools Will in this episode's quiz. Listen and enjoy.

Erik and Will discuss the film “Fences”, after reading it's eponymous source material. They discuss the allegory and themes behind fences, the dynamic of the familial relationships between the characters, and the chances it has come Oscar night. Plus, Erik schools Will in Fences movie/play trivia. Listen and enjoy.

Erik and Will discuss the film “Arrival”, after reading its source material: the short story "Story of Your Life", written by Ted Chiang. They discuss the theme of free will versus determinism, the film's chances at the Oscars, and Will schools Erik in MTV Movie Award trivia once again. Listen and enjoy.

The guys at Lit to Lens are excited to present you with their very first interview...ever. Erik and Will bring in Christa Avampato, author of the YA novel "Where the Light Enters". Erik and Will talk with Christa about her debut novel, writing to a young adult audience, balancing creative life with work life, and what it's like trying to get published. Side note: there was a child screaming towards the end of the interview. Don't worry, the kid was fine. (We checked.) Enjoy!

Erik and Will discuss the film “Holes” after reading it's eponymous source material. They discuss Shia LaBeouf’s acting career, destiny, and the roles of adults in Young Adult fiction. Plus, Will schools Erik in MTV Movie Awards trivia, and they both try their hands at rapping the Holes them song. Listen and enjoy.

In our second episode, Erik and Will discuss the film "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" after reading it's eponymous source material. They talk being a freshmen in high school, sexuality, and abuse. Plus, Will wants to know if Erik has ever eaten pot brownies. Listen to find out.

Erik and Will discuss the film "Me and Early and the Dying Girl", after reading its eponymous source material. They discuss high school cliques, first loves, and the art of film making. Plus, Erik wants to know if Will can kick people in the head like Earl. Listen to find out.