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4 Philip K. Dick Blockbusters That Just. Should. Be.
‘Total Recall.’ ‘Minority Report.’ ‘Paycheck.’ ‘Next.’ All of these films have two things in common: They’re all based on a story by legendary science fiction author Philip K. Dick. And they all deviate significantly from the source material. Never inclined to pass up an opportunity to render aid to the industry we love, we here at Word & Film thought we would do some of the legwork for Hollywood’s next round of Philip K. Dick adaptations. Some of these methodologies are tried and true, but some are offered in the spirit of helping Hollywood blaze a new path in this lucrative mini-genre.
David Lynch’s ‘Twin Peaks’ Returning to Television?
This Friday also means David Mamet’s soon-to-be-published play, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ladylike tendencies, and the return of the director of ‘The Green Hornet.’
Daniel Craig: James Bond Won’t Enjoy His Heineken Any More Than Necessary
Also at our fingertips today: Who is the best bet as literary heir to Philip K. Dick? Allen Ginsberg’s legendary voice lives on. Oh, and Kristen Stewart’s mom joins the moviemaking game.
Harry Potter Fans: Stop Abandoning Your Pet Owls
Also in the news today: the Exegesis of Philip K. Dick, the raciest film out of Cannes, and ‘There Will Be Blood’ director Paul Thomas Anderson’s next undertaking.
Cronenberg’s Original ‘Total Recall’ Concept Artwork Reveals What Might’ve Been
Also in our round-up, Marilu Henner’s Highly Superior Auto-Biographical Memory, a super-hero mash-up, and more.
New Trailers: Dark Shadows, Total Recall, The Perfect Family
Also: An archery critic takes aim at “The Hunger Games” and “The Avengers,” and your favorite authors names become a vocab challenge.
Everyone Calm Down, Harrison Ford Won’t Be Appearing in New ‘Blade Runner’
Also, the most glaring absence at the Oscars, a junkie reminisces about William S. Burroughs, and a trailer worth getting excited for.











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