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The adaptation of Stephen King's epic "The Dark Tower" series by eminent horror director Mike Flanagan is much awaited by fans. Though specifics are still rare, Prime Video executive Vernon Sanders has provided some analysis of the development of the project.
Sanders attests to the fact that "The Dark Tower" is a topic of continuing conversation. "We have weekly talks with him about this and a few other pieces we are leaning into," he said. Although particular specifics are still under wraps, this regular conversation points to a strong will from both Amazon and Flanagan to bring the show to life.
The Amazon executive underlined Flanagan's great excitement about "The Dark Tower" adaptation. Flanagan, he said, "incredibly passionate about this," suggests a dedication that would translate into a quite moving and respectful adaptation of King's challenging and beloved work.
Sanders also alluded to other initiatives involving Flanagan still under development. "There are a few things in the hopper with Intrepid with us and we're trying to figure out right now how to prioritize," he said. This implies that Amazon is eager to work with Flanagan on several projects outside of "The Dark Tower," maybe highlighting his original vision in several genres.
Flanagan's "The Dark Tower" adaptation will have to overcome the disappointing response to the 2017 movie. Flanagan has a clear advantage even if the movie underperformed at the box office and received only a 15% rating on Rotten Tomatoes: his experience in both King adaptations and horror TV shows.
Flanagan's screenography shows a strong awareness of King's works. Among his directorial credits are "Doctor Sleep," the follow-up to "The Shining," which received compliments over time, and "The Life of Chuck," another Stephen King adaptation starring Tom Hiddlestone. Moreover, Flanagan's popularity with horror shows like "The Haunting of Hill House" and "The Haunting of Bly Manor" attests to his capacity to translate intricate stories into gripping television.
Flanagan seems fit to produce a "The Dark Tower" adaptation that surpasses its predecessor given his seasoned knowledge in King adaptations and his successful record with horror TV shows. Flanagan's career seems to be headed for notable expansion in the next years as he keeps working on several projects.