Kirkman might be setting Carl up to be the next main character, or perhaps a prominent figure in a new storyline.
I say this because, in alluding to the problems that a kid with homicidal tendencies faces without the benefit of mental health services, he foreshadowed problems Carl himself will face and the possibility that he himself will become something of a monster down the line. We can't exactly see that unless there's a time jump, however, so if Kirkman wishes to fully explore this new plot point in depth he's going to have to jettison the current cast and setting in favor of new ones or craft a spin-off.
I've been burning through this series after finishing Y. It's so good
But god damn
Just finished Volume 8
This series is just so fucking brutal, while still remaining I think very realistic*. Reminds me of Song of Ice and Fire 'no character is safe' taken to the extreme. I haven't spoken real words at page of written word in excitement or shock in a long while, but have caught myself doing it plenty these past few volumes (tradebacks?).
I second this. I just got caught up a month or so ago, and am eagerly awaiting the release of Book 5.
I used to think that 'trade waiting' was hard.
Then I started 'hardcover waiting' with Walking Dead.
Yeah, I think I'll stick to trades again in the future.
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First they came for the Muslims, and we said NOT TODAY, MOTHERFUCKER!
Kirkman might be setting Carl up to be the next main character, or perhaps a prominent figure in a new storyline.
I say this because, in alluding to the problems that a kid with homicidal tendencies faces without the benefit of mental health services, he foreshadowed problems Carl himself will face and the possibility that he himself will become something of a monster down the line. We can't exactly see that unless there's a time jump, however, so if Kirkman wishes to fully explore this new plot point in depth he's going to have to jettison the current cast and setting in favor of new ones or craft a spin-off.
I doubt he'll do that. Kirkman has been pretty vocal about the series being a running narrative and that he doesn't wish to jump around even between groups of people. His cast is his cast and the only way new characters will get introduced is via the main plot unfolding.
Honestly, I can see Carl becoming a leader in the story without being an adult. He's proven that he's a survivor and I think the other characters recognize this (notice how he's not ever baby sat anymore?). He's made of tough stuff but clearly has a sane mind.
Kirkman might be setting Carl up to be the next main character, or perhaps a prominent figure in a new storyline.
I say this because, in alluding to the problems that a kid with homicidal tendencies faces without the benefit of mental health services, he foreshadowed problems Carl himself will face and the possibility that he himself will become something of a monster down the line. We can't exactly see that unless there's a time jump, however, so if Kirkman wishes to fully explore this new plot point in depth he's going to have to jettison the current cast and setting in favor of new ones or craft a spin-off.
I doubt he'll do that. Kirkman has been pretty vocal about the series being a running narrative and that he doesn't wish to jump around even between groups of people. His cast is his cast and the only way new characters will get introduced is via the main plot unfolding.
Honestly, I can see Carl becoming a leader in the story without being an adult. He's proven that he's a survivor and I think the other characters recognize this (notice how he's not ever baby sat anymore?). He's made of tough stuff but clearly has a sane mind.
I can't see the adults being led about by a pre-pubescent boy in a cowboy hat.
Kirkman might be setting Carl up to be the next main character, or perhaps a prominent figure in a new storyline.
I say this because, in alluding to the problems that a kid with homicidal tendencies faces without the benefit of mental health services, he foreshadowed problems Carl himself will face and the possibility that he himself will become something of a monster down the line. We can't exactly see that unless there's a time jump, however, so if Kirkman wishes to fully explore this new plot point in depth he's going to have to jettison the current cast and setting in favor of new ones or craft a spin-off.
I doubt he'll do that. Kirkman has been pretty vocal about the series being a running narrative and that he doesn't wish to jump around even between groups of people. His cast is his cast and the only way new characters will get introduced is via the main plot unfolding.
Honestly, I can see Carl becoming a leader in the story without being an adult. He's proven that he's a survivor and I think the other characters recognize this (notice how he's not ever baby sat anymore?). He's made of tough stuff but clearly has a sane mind.
I can't see the adults being led about by a pre-pubescent boy in a cowboy hat.
I don't think he'd ever be the leader. I just think people are going to start to actually listen to him as opposed to just think he's some kid.
AMC is venturing into zombie-drama territory with multi-hyphenate Frank Darabont.
Cabler is close to finalizing one of the richest development deals ever with Darabont to write and direct a series adaptation of the Image Comics graphic novel series "The Walking Dead," penned by Robert Kirkman. Gale Anne Hurd of Valhalla Pictures and David Alpert of Circle of Confusion are also on board to exec produce.
Project is set among a group of zombie survivors of an apocalypse who are led by a police officer, Rick Grimes, in search of a safe place to live. Numerous editions of the "Walking Dead" graphic novels have been published since 2003.
Joel Stillerman, AMC's senior veep of programming, production and original content, said the project appealed to the cabler because of "the quality of the storytelling" in Kirkman's work. The series will stay faithful to the tone of the original novels, he said.
"This is not about zombies popping out of closets," Stillerman said. "This is a story about survival, and the dynamics of what happens when a group is forced to survive under these circumstances. The world (in 'Walking Dead') is portrayed in a smart, sophisticated way."
Stillerman noted that the cabler's annual "Fear Fest" movie showcase around Halloween is one of AMC's most popular programming events of the year.
"We've got an audience that loves this kind of material," he said.
Darabont and Hurd pitched the project to AMC and several other outlets. There is no studio attached yet. The duo's involvement made the project a must-have for the cabler, Stillerman said.
"These are two world-class filmmakers who are also brilliant storytellers with experience in the fantasy genre," he said.
AMC is venturing into zombie-drama territory with multi-hyphenate Frank Darabont.
Cabler is close to finalizing one of the richest development deals ever with Darabont to write and direct a series adaptation of the Image Comics graphic novel series "The Walking Dead," penned by Robert Kirkman. Gale Anne Hurd of Valhalla Pictures and David Alpert of Circle of Confusion are also on board to exec produce.
Project is set among a group of zombie survivors of an apocalypse who are led by a police officer, Rick Grimes, in search of a safe place to live. Numerous editions of the "Walking Dead" graphic novels have been published since 2003.
Joel Stillerman, AMC's senior veep of programming, production and original content, said the project appealed to the cabler because of "the quality of the storytelling" in Kirkman's work. The series will stay faithful to the tone of the original novels, he said.
"This is not about zombies popping out of closets," Stillerman said. "This is a story about survival, and the dynamics of what happens when a group is forced to survive under these circumstances. The world (in 'Walking Dead') is portrayed in a smart, sophisticated way."
Stillerman noted that the cabler's annual "Fear Fest" movie showcase around Halloween is one of AMC's most popular programming events of the year.
"We've got an audience that loves this kind of material," he said.
Darabont and Hurd pitched the project to AMC and several other outlets. There is no studio attached yet. The duo's involvement made the project a must-have for the cabler, Stillerman said.
"These are two world-class filmmakers who are also brilliant storytellers with experience in the fantasy genre," he said.
This is what it looks like when I pass out from excitement.
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edited August 2009
I just read about this and am pleasantly surprised.
I only read The Walking Dead when the trades come out, so I was also happy yesterday when I found out the next one is coming out earlier than the release data Amazon originally gave me.
Think they'll use the same characters? I could see them avoiding Rick, Carl, and the rest, if for no other reason than they can. Also, their lead characters aren't going to be dismembered. That said - TV ZOMBIES!
Think they'll use the same characters? I could see them avoiding Rick, Carl, and the rest, if for no other reason than they can. Also, their lead characters aren't going to be dismembered. That said - TV ZOMBIES!
Think they'll use the same characters? I could see them avoiding Rick, Carl, and the rest, if for no other reason than they can. Also, their lead characters aren't going to be dismembered. That said - TV ZOMBIES!
What? Why?
Why to which part? I could see them using brand new characters because the world just needs to be populated by zombies - making up new characters broadens the possibilities for stories. Their lead characters aren't going to be dismembered because it'd get expensive fast if they had to digitally remove someone's arm for every episode.
I guess they could go the eyepatch route, or something.
Think they'll use the same characters? I could see them avoiding Rick, Carl, and the rest, if for no other reason than they can. Also, their lead characters aren't going to be dismembered. That said - TV ZOMBIES!
What? Why?
Why to which part? I could see them using brand new characters because the world just needs to be populated by zombies - making up new characters broadens the possibilities for stories. Their lead characters aren't going to be dismembered because it'd get expensive fast if they had to digitally remove someone's arm for every episode.
I guess they could go the eyepatch route, or something.
Even in a best case scenario they wouldn't get to that point for seasons, and the entire made to suffer arc has enough problems it would have to be drastically redone for cable TV. I'm pretty sure AMC isn't into torture and implied rape, so Rick losing a hand isn't our biggest issue. You could probably get 2-3 seasons out of camping outside Atlanta, the road show, and the prison before you need to consider what you'll do about the governor and leaving the prison.
I think due to the violence it'd be a better fit for HBO/Showtime, but I'll take AMC.
And it's not that difficult to hide someone's limb when filming. Unless I am misremembering, he's just missing a hand and it is bandaged most of the time.
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He would have been good too, but Darabont is a bit more experienced in this type of horror, Guillermo is more of a fairy tale gone wrong man in my eyes.
I don't think AMC has much trouble going dark places either.
Breaking Bad has some pretty nasty stuff in it. Granted I wouldnt expect it to be as graphically gory as the books, alot can be implied.
I've always loved post apocalyptic zombie movies, ever since I was a kid.
Movies, comics, anime (highschool of the dead), novels etc.
I really believe that I will be getting copies of the trades one of these days, but are there any recommended titles? So far in the thread its been mentioned "Crossed"... is there anything else worth reading?
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edited August 2009
Not a graphic novel, but if you haven't read World War Z by Max Brooks yet, you really should.
AMC gets pretty violent with Breaking Bad. I think the only thing we're going to be missing here is "Fuck." And even then, they COULD let it fly if they wanted.
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I say this because, in alluding to the problems that a kid with homicidal tendencies faces without the benefit of mental health services, he foreshadowed problems Carl himself will face and the possibility that he himself will become something of a monster down the line. We can't exactly see that unless there's a time jump, however, so if Kirkman wishes to fully explore this new plot point in depth he's going to have to jettison the current cast and setting in favor of new ones or craft a spin-off.
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I second this. I just got caught up a month or so ago, and am eagerly awaiting the release of Book 5.
I used to think that 'trade waiting' was hard.
Then I started 'hardcover waiting' with Walking Dead.
Yeah, I think I'll stick to trades again in the future.
I doubt he'll do that. Kirkman has been pretty vocal about the series being a running narrative and that he doesn't wish to jump around even between groups of people. His cast is his cast and the only way new characters will get introduced is via the main plot unfolding.
Honestly, I can see Carl becoming a leader in the story without being an adult. He's proven that he's a survivor and I think the other characters recognize this (notice how he's not ever baby sat anymore?). He's made of tough stuff but clearly has a sane mind.
I have a feeling I'm not going to read any more Walking Dead until 2010.
I can't see the adults being led about by a pre-pubescent boy in a cowboy hat.
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I don't think he'd ever be the leader. I just think people are going to start to actually listen to him as opposed to just think he's some kid.
my thoughts
damn kirkman got me all excited that i finally wouldnt have to listen to him whine!
re: your spoiler
Very spoilerish.
http://comicbookresources.com/?page=preview&id=3175&disp=table
Dale rocks.
" No, I'm eccentric... only poor people are called crazy."
He totally redeemed himself with this.
you should give the unwritten a try. its only on issues 3 but it seems really interesting.
its a vertigo title in case youre wondering.
btw dale definately gets some points back for that.
I really like the Northlanders comics. I found them when I was in the same situation you were in.
This is what it looks like when I pass out from excitement.
And it's Frank Darabont. Holy shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit.
I only read The Walking Dead when the trades come out, so I was also happy yesterday when I found out the next one is coming out earlier than the release data Amazon originally gave me.
What? Why?
Why to which part? I could see them using brand new characters because the world just needs to be populated by zombies - making up new characters broadens the possibilities for stories. Their lead characters aren't going to be dismembered because it'd get expensive fast if they had to digitally remove someone's arm for every episode.
I guess they could go the eyepatch route, or something.
Even in a best case scenario they wouldn't get to that point for seasons, and the entire made to suffer arc has enough problems it would have to be drastically redone for cable TV. I'm pretty sure AMC isn't into torture and implied rape, so Rick losing a hand isn't our biggest issue. You could probably get 2-3 seasons out of camping outside Atlanta, the road show, and the prison before you need to consider what you'll do about the governor and leaving the prison.
And it's not that difficult to hide someone's limb when filming. Unless I am misremembering, he's just missing a hand and it is bandaged most of the time.
He would have been good too, but Darabont is a bit more experienced in this type of horror, Guillermo is more of a fairy tale gone wrong man in my eyes.
Breaking Bad has some pretty nasty stuff in it. Granted I wouldnt expect it to be as graphically gory as the books, alot can be implied.
Movies, comics, anime (highschool of the dead), novels etc.
I really believe that I will be getting copies of the trades one of these days, but are there any recommended titles? So far in the thread its been mentioned "Crossed"... is there anything else worth reading?
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